Barrier methods of birth control are generally less effective than hormonal methods. Hormonal methods can achieve effectiveness rates higher than 99% with perfect use, compared to around 82% for typical barrier method use. Therefore, the correct answer is False.
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Barrier methods are generally less effective than hormonal methods for preventing pregnancy. While barrier methods have a typical effectiveness of around 82%, hormonal methods can reach over 91%. Hormonal contraception is typically preferred for higher effectiveness rates in preventing unintended pregnancies. ;