During an interview with Ms. Smith, she reports leaving her 4- and 6-year-old daughters alone from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. while she works a night shift. This scenario best illustrates which factor to consider in risk assessment?

During an interview with Ms. Smith, she reports leaving her 4- and 6-year-old daughters alone from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. while she works a night shift. This scenario best illustrates which factor to consider in risk assessment?

• A. Previous demonstrations of having taken protective measures to keep a child safe (protecting from domestic violence)
• B. The child is unsafely supervised at night
• C. The family is in need of housing assistance
• D. The child's education should be prioritized

Answer: (A)