Sterilization, in which sperm are surgically prevented from reaching the egg, is accomplished by
A) the rhythm method.
B) tubal ligation or vasectomy.
C) spermicide.
D) mifepristone (RU486).

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Sterilization, which is a permanent method of contraception, can be accomplished by either tubal ligation (for women) or vasectomy (for men), both of which surgically prevent the sperm from reaching the egg. The other options mentioned in the question (rhythm method, spermicide, and mifepristone) are not methods of sterilization but rather forms of birth control that are temporary and less reliable.

Sterilization, in Which Sperm Are Surgically Prevented from Reaching the Egg