What are common reasons that a victim of domestic abuse might not report an incident of sexual assault? Select all that apply.

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- A) Victims often fear retaliation or further violence if they report the assault.- B) Victims may blame themselves for the abuse, thinking they provoked their partner's actions.- C) There can be a lack of faith in the legal system's ability to effectively prosecute the abuser.- D) Victims may wish to move past the incident, preferring to act as if it never occurred to avoid the trauma of reliving it through reporting and potential legal proceedings.- E) is incorrect because financial dependence on the abuser, rather than independence, is a more common reason victims might not report abuse, as they fear losing financial support.

What Are Common Reasons That a Victim of Domestic Abuse