Which statement best summarizes the effectiveness of
condoms in preventing HIV infection?
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
reports that condoms have been shown to be effective in
preventing HIV infection. In a two-year study of couples
in which one partner was HIV-positive and the other
HIV-negative, no HIV-negative partner was infected
when condoms were used correctly and consistently
Among couples in which condom use was inconsistent, 10
percent of the HIV-negative partners became infected.
- "Condom Effectiveness"
Condoms are always effective.
o Condoms are effective if used correctly.
Condoms are effective if used consistently.
Condoms are effective if used correctly and
consistently