Which is a "real life" example of how legal recourse for prostitutes is lacking?

a. In Egypt, a man is legally permitted to rape a prostitute if he can prove that she was using unscrupulous business practices.
b. In the Philippines, if a victim of rape is impregnated, the assailant is obligated to pay the fees associated with an abortion, unless the victim is a prostitute.
c. In the United States, a murderer who would otherwise be categorized as a serial killer, is not designated as such if most of his victims were prostitutes.
d. In Paraguay, the penalty for rape is reduced by one fifth if the victim is a prostitute.


ANS: D

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