The CDC Reports That the Reason So Many Rape Victims

question 45

Multiple Choice

The CDC reports that the reason so many rape victims remain silent about the assault is:

• A)the victim believes she is to blame for the assault.
• B)the victim fears retribution from the perpetrator if she reports the assault.
• C)the victim is embarrassed that this happened to her.
• D)All of the above.

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