Most Instances of Rape

question 53

Multiple Choice

Most instances of rape

• A)Are committed by those with a paraphilic disorder
• B)Are better characterized as an assault than by an act of sexual desire
• C)Are sadistic,
• D)Are opportunistic

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Regulatory Fit

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Met Needs

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Incentive

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