The vertical axis is used to represent one factor, such as price, while the horizontal axis is used to represent a second factor, such as quantity. The curve of market demand is negatively sloped from right to left, representing the law of demand, while the aggregate curve represents additional factors.
There also were 771 incidents of side effects assessed to be likely or definitely related to the use of the birth control shot, the findings showed. The most common were acne, increased libido, muscle pain, and mood and emotional disorders.
Birth Control Shot. The birth control shot, known as Depo Provera, is a hormonal injection that protects against pregnancy for three months. For the typical couple, it is more effective than the birth control pill -- only 3% of users get pregnant in a year. Pros: Only injected four times per year, highly effective. Cons: Cost (about $240 per year), may cause spotting and other side effects.