Which of the Following Adolescents Is MOST at Risk for Delinquency

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following adolescents is MOST at risk for delinquency?

• A)Ricardo,a Latino adolescent whose parents closely monitor his friends and activities.
• B)Brendan,a non-Latino White adolescent who has a high degree of sibling conflict.
• C)Sara,an Asian American adolescent who feels liked by her peers at school.
• D)Henry,an African American adolescent who spends his time with a deviant peer group.

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Definitions:

Internal Attributions

The process of ascribing the cause of one's own or others' behaviors and outcomes to internal, personal factors rather than to external or situational factors.

Situational Causes

External factors or circumstances that are considered to influence an individual's behavior.

Proximity

Physical or psychological closeness between people, which can significantly influence social bonds and relationships.

Physical Attractiveness

The degree to which a person's physical features are considered aesthetically pleasing or beautiful.