Which answer choice illustrates a reason that the juvenile psychopath label is so controversial?

A. The label has many negative connotations.
B. Juveniles labeled as psychopaths are more likely to be sentenced to death.
C. Juveniles labeled as psychopaths are more likely to have poor interpersonal skills.
D. Signs and symptoms of psychopathy are typically evident before birth.


A. The label has many negative connotations.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In federal prisons, the number of criminal aliens incarcerated increased from about 42,000 at the end of 2001 to ________________

a. 44,000 at the end of 2004 b. 49,000 at the end of 2004 c. 50,000 at the end of 2003 d. 50,000 at the end of 2004

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Akers found that social learning variables were predictive of the use of which substances in his 1998 self-report study?

a. heroin and methamphetamine b. smoking and alcohol c. alcohol and marijuana d. cocaine and heroin

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Which of the following would be considered a special condition of probation for an offender convicted of a cybercrime?

A. Appearing at scheduled court appearances B. Maintaining employment C. Restriction from using the internet D. Avoiding persons with criminal records

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