The Key Factor in Determining Whether a Statutory Rape Has

question 5

Multiple Choice

The key factor in determining whether a statutory rape has occurred is

• A) the consent of the child or adolescent.
• B) whether the two people knew each other before.
• C) the nature of the relationship between the people involved.
• D) the age of the young victim.

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Definitions:

Ego Depletion

The theory that self-control or willpower draws upon a limited pool of mental resources that can be used up.

Physical Arousal

Pertains to the physiological responses of the body that prepare an individual for action, often associated with emotions, exercise, or sexual interest.

Ironic Processing

The psychological process where attempts to suppress certain thoughts make them more likely to surface.

Ironic Processing

A psychological phenomenon where efforts to suppress certain thoughts make them more likely to surface.