Which of the following best describes intimate partner violence (IPV)?

a. It refers to any rape or sexual assault, or aggravated or simple assault committed by someone in a powerful position such as a government official
b. It refers to any rape or sexual assault, or aggravated or simple assault committed by someone of a high social economic class
c. It refers to any rape or sexual assault, or aggravated or simple assault committed by someone such as a spouse or partner
d. It refers to any rape or sexual assault, or aggravated or simple assault committed by someone on probation or parole


Answer: c

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