Identify the correct statement describing the abuse of elderly persons in the United States
A) Elder abuse is the most often reported form of domestic violence.
B) Statistically, neglect is the most common form of elder abuse.
C) Most cases of elder abuse are reported to the proper authorities.
D) Healthcare practitioners are only mandated to report verified, not suspected, cases of elder abuse.
B
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