In general, which of the following is NOT effective in preventing abuse?

Trusting an abuser to stop when asked does not reliably prevent abuse, because the person may continue despite being asked to stop. Learning prevention strategies, distancing yourself from an abusive situation, and reporting abuse to local authorities can help address or reduce the risk of further abuse. So the best answer is A, trusting the abuser to stop when asked.

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