Which of These Acts Would Be Considered Child Maltreatment

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which of these acts would be considered child maltreatment?

• A) a caregiver leaving a child alone while going to the store
• B) a parent yelling at a child
• C) a stranger following a child
• D) a teacher withholding a snack after the child threw a toy

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