Who are the most frequent victims of intimate partner violence?

• A. Men
• B. Women
• C. Children
• D. Older adults

Answer: (B)

The question tests understanding of who is most commonly targeted by intimate partner violence. Across population studies, women report higher rates of physical violence, sexual violence, and controlling or coercive behaviors by intimate partners than men do. This pattern reflects gendered power dynamics, economic and social dependence, and norms that can tolerate or normalize violence against women. While men can be victims and children can be affected as witnesses or dependents, the direct victimization by an intimate partner is most frequently experienced by women. That’s why the best answer is women.