Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Historical

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the historical child-saving movement? ​

• A)Child savers were interested only in the welfare of abused and neglected children.
• B)Child savers believed in treatment, not punishment.
• C)Child savers disputed the concept of parens patriae.
• D)Child savers advocated the incarceration of dangerous juveniles in adult facilities.

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