Final answer:
The myth that 'wife assault is rare and barely happens anymore' is inconsistent with the factual evidence that indicates a high prevalence of IPV. The correct option is 1).
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement that would be inconsistent with the training received about wife assault is that 'wife assault is rare and barely happens anymore.' This is contradicted by the evidence that suggests a significant number of women experience some form of intimate partner violence (IPV) in their lifetimes. Wife assault is a prevalent issue, with one in four women having experienced IPV, and incidents typically occurring at home, often between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., with almost half involving alcohol or drug use.
Moreover, the notion that 'women drive men to violence' is inconsistent with the contemporary understanding of IPV, as it places blame on victims rather than recognizing the abuser's responsibility. Additionally, the idea that 'all abusers will be violent in all relationships' is also misleading, as the patterns of abuse can vary with different relationships and circumstances.
The myths suggesting that men who assault women are 'mentally insane' or that wife assault 'almost never leads to serious injury' are both false and undermine the complexity and the severe impact of IPV. Given the extensive evidence of the prevalence and variety of IPV, it is critical to debunk these myths in order to address and prevent wife assault effectively.