The dynamics of same-sex domestic violence are similar to those of opposite-sex domestic violence in many respects. Which of the following statements is true?

a. The cause is cyclical, escalates over time, and maintains a commonality in characteristics of batterers.
b. When the law enforcement response to domestic violence incidents involving heterosexual and same-sex couples is compared, it is noted that the couples receive different treatment.
c. Same-sex victims do not receive any protection from their abuser.
d. Same-sex victims are always afforded the same protection as heterosexuals.


a

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