_____ of victims are raped by acquaintances, intimates, or relatives

• A. 25%
• B. 50%
• C. 90%
• D. 73%

Answer: (D)

Most rapes are committed by someone the survivor knows—an acquaintance, intimate partner, or family member. The figure around three-quarters (about 73%) reflects that majority, not a random stranger. This pattern matters because it shapes how survivors experience coercion, trust, and safety planning, and it explains why many cases go unreported or are handled within personal relationships.

The other numbers don’t fit the data. A 25% figure would imply most rapes are by strangers, which isn’t supported by evidence. A 50% figure would suggest a near-equal split, which underestimates the prevalence of known-offender assaults. A 90% figure would overstate how often the offender is someone the victim knows.