The Greater Incidence of Maltreatment in the U

question 41

Multiple Choice

The greater incidence of maltreatment in the U.S.compared to otherwise similar countries (e.g. ,Canada) is due to more _________ cases.

• A)sexual abuse
• B)physical abuse
• C)neglect
• D)emotional abuse

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