Compared to When Adults Are Interrogated by the Police, Juveniles

question 16

Multiple Choice

Compared to when adults are interrogated by the police, juveniles are more likely to

• A) understand their rights.
• B) confess to a crime than remain silent.
• C) discuss disagreements with their attorney.
• D) consider the long-term effects of a plea deal.

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