The Concept of "Juvenile Delinquency" Is Linked to Three Historical

question 48

Multiple Choice

The concept of "juvenile delinquency" is linked to three historical developments. Which of the following is NOT one of these historical developments?

• A) The discovery of childhood and adolescence.
• B) The English legal doctrine of parens patriae.
• C) U.S. Supreme Court cases that defined delinquency.
• D) The dominance of positivism in criminology.

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Definitions:

Marginal Analysis

Scrutinizing the bonus benefits of an activity alongside the supplementary costs it brings.

Additional Slice

Refers to an extra unit or portion of a product or service added beyond the current amount.

Efficiency

The optimal use of resources to achieve the desired ends with minimum waste or effort.

Equity

The concept of fairness or justice within the economy that deals with the distribution of wealth and resources.