Research on the motives of rapists finds that rape is usually a result of:
A) thwarted sexual desire.
B) hostility or a need for peer approval.
C) crossed signals.
D) female provocation.

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Research shows that rape is often an expression of power and control, rather than just a result of sexual desire. Many rapists exhibit hostile attitudes toward women, and may be motivated by a need to assert their dominance or gain approval from their peers. The other options (A, C, and D) are less supported by research and are often used as victim-blaming excuses for rape.

Research on the Motives of Rapists Finds That Rape Is