Experts Link Teen Brains' Immaturity, Juvenile Crime
By Malcolm Ritter 2018 Commonlit
1. Part A. Which Statement identifies the central idea of the text?
A. While teenagers understand the consequences of their actions, they haven't yet developed the empathy that allows them to feel for other people.
B. Rehabilitation works for teenagers who commit minor crimes, but more serious crimes should still be punished to the full extent of the law.
C. The teenage brain is not fully developed and can cause teenagers to commit crimes without fully considering the consequences.
D. It is extremely important that juvenile offenders are rehabilitated, as violent teenagers are more likely to become violent adults.
