Which of the Following Is True About Rape Victims

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about rape victims?

• A) Females commit more rapes than males.
• B) There are more male victims of rape than female victims.
• C) There are more female victims of rape than male victims.
• D) White women have the highest rate of rape victimization.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.

Just-World Effect

The cognitive bias to believe that the world is fundamentally fair, leading people to rationalize an undeserved, negative experience by the victim.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state where an individual experiences discomfort due to holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes, leading to an alteration in one of the conflicting elements.

Reproductive Rights

The rights of individuals to decide freely on matters related to reproduction, including access to contraception, fertility treatments, and abortion.