Which of the Following Choices Best Describes the Overt Pathway

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following choices best describes the overt pathway?

• A)begins at an early age with stubborn behavior leading to defiance and to authority avoidance
• B)begins with minor, underhanded behavior that leads to property damage and eventually escalates to more serious forms of criminality
• C)escalates to aggressive acts beginning with aggression, leading to physical fighting and then to violence
• D)begins with drug use and de-escalates to status offenses

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Definitions:

Illegal

Activities or actions that are prohibited by law and subject to punishment, including civil or criminal penalties.

Consideration

Something of value that is exchanged between parties in a contract, which is necessary for the agreement to be legally binding.

Gift

Something given voluntarily without payment in return, often as a symbol of affection or goodwill.

Contract

An agreement between multiple parties that is recognized and can be enforced by the legal system.