In helping the child, the juvenile courts emphasize _______________, which, as noted earlier in this section, contrasts with the formal and adversarial nature of the adult court.

a. Parens patriae
b. Juvenile probation
c. Social study
d. Informality


d. Informality

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. places b. situational contexts c. people d. variables

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