Abandonment is defined as leaving a child alone in a possibly harmful situation.

• A. Isolation
• B. Medical
• C. Neglect
• D. Leaving a child alone in a possibly harmful situation

Answer: (D)

Abandonment means leaving a child alone in a potentially harmful situation, with no plan to protect or return. That exact description matches the statement, making it the best choice. Isolation isn’t a standard term used to describe this behavior and doesn’t specify leaving a child in danger. Medical is unrelated to how a child is cared for or left alone. Neglect refers to failing to meet a child’s basic needs over time, but it doesn’t necessarily involve leaving a child in a dangerous situation.