When Parens Patriae Is Used to Take a Mentally Ill

question 11

Multiple Choice

When parens patriae is used to take a mentally ill individual into custody, it means that the state is acting as a

• A)criminal enforcer.
• B)surrogate parent.
• C)legal advisor.
• D)social worker.

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Definitions:

Ascomycota

A phylum of fungi characterized by the formation of spores in a special type of cell called an ascus.

Basidiomycota

A division of fungi characterized by producing spores on basidia.

Lichen

A compound organism consisting of one or more symbiotic fungi and an alga or cyanobacterium.

Fungus

A kingdom of spore-producing organisms that feeds on organic matter, including molds, yeast, mushrooms, and toadstools.