Which behavior is most likely to indicate that an adolescent has an emotional or behavioral disorder?
A) Betty's mind is often on her boyfriend rather than on classroom discussions.
B) Eliza sometimes forgets to do her homework assignments, even though she really likes her teacher and wants to please him.
C) Harrison is often more interested in talking and joking with his friends than in paying attention to his teacher.
D) Jeff is usually somber and uncommunicative; the only time he interacts with his peers is to hit or yell at them.

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Jeff's behavior of being somber, uncommunicative, and interacting with peers only through aggression (hitting or yelling) is indicative of an emotional or behavioral disorder. This pattern of behavior suggests difficulties in emotional regulation and social interaction, which are common characteristics of such disorders.

Which Behavior Is Most Likely to Indicate That an Adolescent