When Examining Demographic and Incidence-Related Variables as Factors in Reporting

question 28

Multiple Choice

When examining demographic and incidence-related variables as factors in reporting to the police,the following is true:

• A)if the abuser was drinking during the incident the victim was less likely to report the abuse
• B)minority women were less likely than Caucasian women to report spousal violence
• C)the majority of women who are abused by their partner call the police
• D)married women were less likely to report violence to police

Examine the relationship between attitudes and behavior, including methodology for studying this relationship.

Recognize the role of brain regions, body chemicals in aggression, and how aggression can be learned through reinforcement and modeling.

Identify factors influencing initial interpersonal attraction and the nature of close relationships.

Discern and critically analyze theories regarding obedience, conformity, compliance, and group dynamics.

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