People with disabilities and people who are elderly are vulnerable to sexual assault because they _______. Select the one that is NOT correct.

The statement regarding support networks for people with disabilities and the elderly is correct in identifying why it stands out from the other options. While family and support systems can provide significant emotional and physical assistance, it is often the case that not all individuals in these groups have strong, protective networks. This lack of support can leave them particularly vulnerable to abuse, including sexual assault.

In contrast, the other options highlight common challenges faced by these individuals. Many people with disabilities and the elderly might struggle with boundaries and consent due to manipulation by caregivers or an overreliance on authority, which can diminish their sense of autonomy. Furthermore, the compliance ingrained through social conditioning can make it difficult for them to assert themselves in situations where they might be exploited.

Thus, the assertion that they are "very supported by family and other support networks" does not accurately represent the reality for many elderly individuals and people with disabilities. Instead, the vulnerability arises from a combination of isolation, potential lack of advocacy, and vulnerability to influence, making the choice identifying "support" as the outlier an accurate assessment.