Clare is a 14-year old female who lives with her 29-year old mother and three younger siblings in a two bedroom apartment in a housing project. At school, Clare has acted out in class and has been held back a grade-level twice. Clare has been arrested for truancy, running away, and alcohol and drug use. While the vast majority of delinquency is committed by males, which one of Clare's offenses is most common for girls?
a. Truancy
b. Running away
c. Alcohol use
d. Disorderly conduct
Running away
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