Which of the Following Statements Regarding Individuals in Texas with Serious

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding individuals in Texas with serious mental illnesses is true?

• A) They are entitled to a wide array of treatment benefits free of charge.
• B) They are 5 times as likely to be violent criminals as the typical Texas citizen.
• C) They are 10 times as likely to be incarcerated as to receive treatment.
• D) They are 10 times as likely to be the victim of a violent crime as the typical Texas citizen.
• E) They are just as likely to commit crimes as any other individual who lives in Texas.

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