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The incidence of child abuse has increased dramatically in the last 30 years. The overall rate of abuse and neglect is 13.6 children per every 1000, which is 130% higher than figures for 1980.Nearly 40% of these victims are in what age range?
  1. 6 to 10 years
  2. 11 to 13 years
  3. 14 to 17 years
  4. Birth to 5 years
Explanation
Answer: D - Children five years of age or younger make up 40% of all abused or neglected children. The greatest risk is during the first year of life. Maltreatment is inflicted by parents in 76% of these cases, with other family members making up 12% more. There are, on average, three deaths each day as a result of child abuse or neglect.
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