Who of the Following Is the Most Likely Perpetrator of Child

question 17

Multiple Choice

Who of the following is the most likely perpetrator of child maltreatment?

• A) stranger
• B) neighbor
• C) peer
• D) parent

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Definitions:

Lawrence Kohlberg

A prominent American psychological theorist recognized for his contributions to understanding the progression of moral development.

Moral Development

The process by which individuals learn to distinguish right from wrong, develop attitudes and behaviors toward others based on social norms and laws.

Snitch

An individual who informs on another individual or group, often viewed negatively in social contexts.

Intellectual Maturation

The process of development in thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities as one grows or ages.