The Definition of "Delinquency" Originally Provided by the 1899 Illinois

question 11

Multiple Choice

The definition of "delinquency" originally provided by the 1899 Illinois Juvenile Court Act was:

• A) acts that would be criminal if committed by adults;
• B) acts that violated county, town or municipal ordinances;
• C) violations of such catchalls as "vicious or immoral behavior," etc.
• D) all of the above
• E) a and c only

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Definitions:

Formal Operational Thinking

A stage in cognitive development, characterized by the ability to think abstractly, logically, and systematically.

Masculinization

The process by which an organism develops male physical characteristics or displays male behaviors, often influenced by hormonal changes.

Feminization

The process of acquiring female characteristics or qualities, often referencing hormonal or social transitions.

Adulthood

The life stage characterized by full physical development and maturity, including the assumption of responsibilities and roles typical for grown individuals.