Which of the following statements about peer victimization is true?

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As bullies move into adolescence, gender harassment increases. This statement is supported by research on peer victimization, which has found that gender harassment (such as name-calling or teasing based on gender) becomes more prevalent as children enter adolescence. Option A is not correct because research suggests that around 20 percent of children engage in bullying behavior, while 10-20 percent are chronically victimized. Option C is not accurate because some bullies may indeed experience social prominence. Option D is not correct because chronic victims of peer victimization tend to display passive behavior and have difficulty defending themselves.

Which of the Following Statements About Peer Victimization Is True