State laws permit involuntary commitment when all of the following conditions have been met EXCEPT

A. that a person has a mental illness and is in need of treatment.
B. that a person is dangerous to herself or himself or others and is in need of treatment.
C. that a person is unable to care for himself or herself.
D. that a person asks to be admitted to a mental hospital.


Answer: D

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