Which Statement Below About the Prevalence of Childhood Sexual Abuse

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which statement below about the prevalence of childhood sexual abuse is accurate?

• A) The prevalence of sexual abuse is probably lower than is commonly thought.
• B) Estimated prevalence rates range from 25 percent to 75 percent.
• C) Because of increased media attention, the prevalence has dropped dramatically in recent years.
• D) Because definitions vary widely, estimates of prevalence vary widely, too.

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Definitions:

Fine Acuity

pertains to the sharpness or clarity of vision, often measuring the ability to discern fine details.

Cones

Visual sensory receptors found at the back of the retina, responsible for color vision and sharpness of vision.

Similarity

The state of being alike or having attributes in common, often used in various contexts such as psychology, mathematics, and everyday comparisons.

Sensory Adaptation

Tendency of sensory receptor cells to become less responsive to a stimulus that is unchanging.