Brad has committed several rapes. He has grave concerns about his own sexual adequacy, and he needs to intimidate women through rape. Using the three categories of rapists of Groth et al. (1977), Brad exemplifies which of the following?

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Brad's behavior aligns with the characteristics of a power rapist, as described by Groth et al. (1977), who is motivated by a need to assert dominance and control over their victim rather than by sexual desire alone. This type of rapist seeks to compensate for feelings of inadequacy by intimidating and overpowering women.

Brad Has Committed Several Rapes