Which of the Following Statements Describing the Influence of Antisocial

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describing the influence of antisocial behavior in the peer group on children and adolescents' levels of antisocial behavior is MOST accurate?

• A)Children with no antisocial tendencies are likely to be influenced by the peer group or by gangs to become aggressive.
• B)Children who are antisocial and aggressive are more likely to be involved with antisocial peer groups and gangs, but these peer groups and gangs do not influence them to engage in more antisocial behavior.
• C)Children who are antisocial and aggressive are more likely to be involved with antisocial peer groups and gangs, and these peer groups and gangs increase their likelihood of engaging in more antisocial behavior.
• D)Children with no antisocial tendencies can influence their peer group or gang to become less aggressive.

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