Child Maltreatment Is

question 109

Multiple Choice

Child maltreatment is:

• A) rare around the world.
• B) common around the world.
• C) common in Western nations.
• D) difficult to clearly define and measure.

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Definitions:

Pecking Response

Innate behavior observed in birds where they peck at objects, often triggered by specific stimuli and linked to feeding or investigative actions.

Fixed Action Pattern

Innate, pre-programmed responses triggered by specific stimuli in animals.

Sound Frequency

The number of vibrations or cycles per second of a sound wave, measured in hertz (Hz), determining the pitch of the sound.

Male Flies

Refers to the male specimens of flies, frequently studied in research for understanding genetics, behavior, and disease transmission.