MTPs are considered relatively safe when performed in the:
AFirst trimester (up to 12 weeks)
BAny time during pregnancy
CThird trimester (29 weeks onwards)
DSecond trimester (13–28 weeks)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. First trimester (up to 12 weeks)
MTPs in the **first trimester (≤12 weeks)** are relatively safe; second-trimester abortions carry significantly higher risk.
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