Which of the following statements about child abuse is true?

A. Fathers are more likely than mothers to commit child abuse.
B. Each year, more than 10,000 children die as a result of abuse and neglect.
C. Neglect is the most common form of abuse.
D. The number of substantiated child abuse cases has increased slightly over the past decade.


Answer: C

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