What is the biggest potential danger caused by the myth that "rape is committed by psychopathic strangers?"
a. From a legal standpoint, this myth is believed by most jurors, thus making a conviction in an acquaintance rape case very difficult.
b. This myth lends support to the "it can't happen to me" fallacy.
c. This myth tends to cause women to be more fearful of strangers than they should be.
d. Women who believe this myth are often more sexually repressed because they are in a constant state of worry.
ANS: B
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a) sexual orientation b) relationship satisfaction c) physical attractiveness d) sexual frequency
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