Which of the following statements pertaining to the historical development of the definition of rape and other sexual abuses is true?

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In the past, rape was often used as a means of defining a woman's role in the home and solidifying gender roles. This is evident by the fact that it was once seen as a man's right to have sex with his wife without her consent, and marital rape was not considered a crime until relatively recently. The other statements are not true - the legal definition of rape has changed over time to be more inclusive, conviction rates for abusers have historically been low, and women who reported rape have not always been believed or taken seriously.

Which of the Following Statements Pertaining to the Historical Development