The Hudood Ordinances in Pakistan are examples of how modern-day laws in some countries
A) are making progress in fighting the epidemic of forcible rapes in their countries.
B) can deter women from reporting rape for fear of the punishments that women receive for reporting rapes.
C) can help women maintain social status after experiencing the humiliating experience of rape in their culture.
D) place all of the blame of rape on the shoulders of the victim, allowing men complete domination of women and free reign to rape as often as they like.
B
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However, you have noticed that she has become a very picky eater and rarely finishes her meals. Based on what you've read about adolescent eating habits and weight, why might she be doing this? a. She has already gone through her growth spurt and is probably not hungry. b. Because60% of adolescent females believe that they are overweight, she is probably trying not to gain weight or is actively dieting. c. She probably has a thyroid problem and has no appetite. d. She might have a hormone deficiency that leaves her not interested in eating.
In using ordinal data, which measure of central tendency is probably least useful?
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