Upon evaluation, the rapist was determined to be mentally unstable with a history of uncontrollable sexual urges. What theory about rape would this finding promote?
A) Victim precipitation
B) Rapist psychopathology
C) Sociological theory
D) Biological theory

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This finding promotes the theory of rapist psychopathology, which suggests that some rapists have mental disorders that lead to uncontrollable sexual urges and aggressive behavior. This theory focuses on the individual characteristics of the rapist rather than the victim or societal factors.

Upon Evaluation, the Rapist Was Determined to Be Mentally Unstable