The term that describes repeated physical abuse, usually of a woman, child, or elder, is:
a. Neglect
b. Battering
c. Exploitation
d. Gender abuse
B
This is the definition of battering. Neglect is defined as causing harm to another's health or welfare through failure to provide for basic needs or by placing the person's health or welfare at unreasonable risk. Exploitation refers to using an individual for selfish purposes or for profit. Gender abuse is described as various forms of abuse directed toward women.
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