Which of the Following Is a Basic Premise of the Multisystemic

question 287

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a basic premise of the multisystemic approach to combating delinquency for adolescents and young adults?

• A)to place a high degree of structure for adolescents and young adults who have been the product of neglectful parenting
• B)to direct the energy of delinquents into more socially constructive directions
• C)to expose delinquent adolescents and young adults to prison inmates who have committed the same crimes in hopes of "scaring them straight"
• D)to punish delinquent adolescents and young adults in an appropriate manner so they will learn from their mistakes and pay retribution to society

Identify the profit-maximizing/loss-minimizing level of output.

Recognize barriers to entry and exit in perfect competition, such as licenses, contracts, and patents.

Interpret short-run and long-run profit scenarios for firms in perfect competition.

Determine the most efficient output level for firms.

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