Multiple Choice
With regard to the media's portrayal of juvenile delinquency,which of the following statements is NOT true?
A) Only a small number of youths are delinquent.
B) Most juvenile delinquents commit serious crimes.
C) The vast majority of juvenile arrests are for property crimes,vandalism,and status offenses.
D) Only 7 to 10 percent of delinquents are chronic offenders.
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