An action that will lessen the severity of harm is known as:
a. An alibi.
b. Aversion.
c. Mitigation.
d. Complication.
Answer: c
Feedback: An action taken that will lessen the severity of harm is known as mitigation.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)