In the context of the historical assumptions of juvenile justice, which of the following is the most basic belief in the traditional model (1899-1960s) of juvenile justice?

A. the idea that it is the state's right but not the state's duty to intervene in the lives of children
B. the assumption that juveniles commit delinquent acts because they have made a rational choice to do so
C. the assumption that due process is important and promotes rather than hinders treatment
D. the belief that future delinquency can be prevented through negative punishment
E. the idea that juveniles as a group do not possess the same criminal intent as adults


Answer: E

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