The War on Poverty, Implemented in the 1960s, Was Designed

question 40

Multiple Choice

The War on Poverty, implemented in the 1960s, was designed to reduce delinquency by:

• A) increasing direct control
• B) increasing indirect control
• C) reducing strain
• D) increasing the social learning of conventional behavior

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Definitions:

Malnutrition

A condition resulting from an imbalanced diet in which nutrients are either insufficient or excessive, leading to health problems.

Nutrients

Substances obtained from food necessary for growth, metabolism, and overall health maintenance.

Calorie Intake

refers to the total amount of energy, measured in calories, that is consumed through eating and drinking.

Maternal Nutrition

The nutritional health of a mother during pregnancy, which is critical for the health and development of the fetus.