A social worker suspects that there may be sexual abuse occurring in a family between the stepfather and his 14-year old daughter. Although there is no direct evidence, which of the following least supports the social worker's suspicions?

A. The mother is dominant and assertive in the interviews
B. The father abuses drugs and/ or alcohol
C. The daughter is generally withdrawn and quiet
D. The mother is often going as she works evenings and nights


A. The mother is dominant and assertive in the interviews

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