Which of the following statements about child pornography is correct?

A) It has been found that people deter from watching child pornography on the Internet as the activity can be easily traced back to the viewer.
B) The possession of pornographic material of children is the same as owning adult pornographic material and therefore not a crime.
C) It has been found to be patently offensive and therefore not within the zone of protected free speech.
D) Participation in the creation of such material seems to have few negative effects on the children involved.

Child pornography has been found to be patently offensive and therefore not within the zone of protected free speech. Possessing and distributing child pornography is a serious crime, and in many countries, the possession of child pornography is considered a more severe crime than possession of adult pornography. The other options (A, B, and D) are incorrect. A is incorrect because many people still view child pornography despite the potential for being traced, and the use of virtual private networks and other tools can make it difficult to trace. B is incorrect because possession of child pornography is a crime and can result in severe legal consequences. D is incorrect because participation in the creation of child pornography has been shown to have significant and negative psychological, emotional, and physical effects on the children involved.