In the context of the American juvenile justice system, which of the following is true of a predisposition report?
A. It usually contains information concerning a respondent's family background.
B. It outlines the charges brought against a juvenile offender.
C. It includes a list of similar cases on which the judge can base his or her decision.
D. It usually includes a list of detention centers to which a juvenile offender can be transferred.
Answer: A
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