There Are Many Factors That Put a Person at Risk

question 32

Multiple Choice

There are many factors that put a person at risk for child maltreatment. One major risk factor is

• A) dropping out of school.
• B) having to go to work at a young age to help support the family.
• C) becoming a parent as a teen.
• D) drug abuse.

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Residing Continuously

Living in the same place without interruption or change of location over a period of time.

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The body of law that governs immigration policies, including the entry, residence, employment, and rights of foreigners within a country.

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A policy or process that allows immigrants to bring their immediate family members to their country of residence.

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