Sixteen-year-old Joaquin's parents work out of town several days a week, and he is often alone in the house
His parents agree that he is old enough to make his own decisions, and they do not check up on him and rarely monitor his whereabouts or activities. Based on research, it could be predicted that Joaquin has a(n)
a. increased likelihood of engaging in delinquent acts.
b. decreased likelihood of engaging in delinquent acts.
c. increased likelihood of becoming depressed.
d. decreased likelihood of becoming depressed.
Answer: a
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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What will be an ideal response?