Question

According to a survey of teens done in 2000, 40% of males and 30% of females surveyed said they stole something from a store in the previos 12 months.if any of these teens were caught, a likely consequence would be a probation, county detention, or a fine. which reason best explains why these consequences have positive impact on society.

A.the consequences are inexpensive for the state.
B.the consequences discourage teens from stealing
c. the consequences do not appear on a police record
D.the consequences are easy from teens to overcome

Answer 1

B. because if teens get in trouble and have a consequence, they less likely will do it again.

Answer 2

B, more teens who see consequences of their peers will be less likely to want to go down that path.