Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Child Abusers

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of child abusers of special need patients?

• A) They rarely feel guilt or remorse.
• B) They usually identify with the child's pain and suffering.
• C) Alcohol and drug abuse is uncommon.
• D) They usually want the child's injuries treated.

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Definitions:

Correlation

A mathematical indicator that reveals the degree to which several variables co-vary.

Experimental Method

A research method designed to test hypotheses and establish cause-and-effect relationships through manipulation and controlled conditions.

Population

The total number of individuals of a species living in a particular area or environment, considered together as a group for study in various sciences.

Biased Sample

A sample that does not accurately represent the population from which it was drawn, due to systematic exclusion of some part of the population.