Which of the following is true of substance abuse among juvenile offenders?

A. Nearly all young offenders entering juvenile detention self-report drug use at some point in their lives.
B. Very few juvenile detainees test positive for drug use at the time of their offense.
C. Less than 20 percent of young offenders entering juvenile detention have used drugs in the previous six months.
D. Substance abuse is a cause of delinquent behavior among juvenile offenders rather than one of its forms.


Answer: A

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