An Entity That Believes That the Resource Theory Provides the Best

An entity that believes that the resource theory provides the best explanation for family abuse and violence is likely to agree with the statement that ________.

A) poverty is the single-best predictor of child abuse and neglect
B) male aggression against women and children are a byproduct of patriarchal societies
C) both assailants and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs
D) continuous exposure to abuse and violence during childhood increases the likelihood that a person will be an assailant in adulthood