. Why are mandatory reporters well positioned to report suspected abuse or neglect? a. Mandatory reporters work frequently and closely with children. b. Mandatory reporters have close relationships with families who have children. c. Mandatory reporters have high levels of education and can, therefore, be trusted. d. Mandatory reporters are trained to take good notes as part of their profession and can make reports with detailed information.

a. Mandatory reporters work frequently and closely with children.

Explanation:

Mandatory reporters are people who are required by law to report either known or suspected instances where children might have been abused or neglected.

These people are mandated by law to do so because it is assumed that their profession allows them to work closely and frequently with children and so they will have ample opportunity to see if a child is being neglected or abused.

Such careers include: dentists, psychologists, physicians and many more.