What are some ways that an

Question

online predator might groom a
victim? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
pretending to like the
same things and share
the victim’s interests
behaving responsibly
online
engaging in sexually
explicit conversation
asking permission before
posting photographs

Answer 1

Online predators often use various tactics to groom their victims. Here are the methods from the options you provided that could be used in grooming:

1. Pretending to like the same things and share the victim’s interests - This is a common tactic used to build a rapport and create a sense of trust.

2. Engaging in sexually explicit conversation - Predators may escalate conversations to a sexual level to desensitize the victim and manipulate them.

The options "behaving responsibly online" and "asking permission before posting photographs" would not typically be associated with grooming behavior, as they suggest a level of respect and care for the victim's boundaries.

So, the correct selections for how an online predator might groom a victim are:

• Pretending to like the same things and share the victim’s interests
• Engaging in sexually explicit conversation