A Study (Cited in This Chapter) That Tracked the Lives

question 27

Multiple Choice

A study (cited in this chapter) that tracked the lives of boys and girls known to have been physically and sexually abused over a follow-up period of several decades concluded that being harmed at an early age substantially increased the odds of which of the following?

• A) Future involvement in violent criminal activity
• B) Only nonviolent delinquency and criminality
• C) Future choice of a helping profession like social work
• D) Development of an ideology based on victimism

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Definitions:

Contractual Right

A legally enforceable claim that arises out of a contract, allowing a party to demand performance or compensation if the contract terms are not met by the other party.

Voiding

The act of declaring something null and void, thereby removing its legal force or effect.

Breaches

Acts of breaking or failing to observe laws, agreements, or codes of conduct.

Contract

A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties that outlines rights and duties each party has agreed to.