Which factor does NOT increase the likelihood that an adolescent will engage in delinquent behavior?
A) hanging out with peers who have been in trouble
B) having an extreme orientation toward peers
C) being low in self-regulation
D) co-ruminating with peers about negative events

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Co-rumination refers to the process of extensively discussing and dwelling on problems with peers. Although it can cause emotional distress, co-rumination is not directly related to engagement in delinquent behavior. The other factors listed (associating with delinquent peers, extreme orientation toward peers, and low self-regulation) have all been found to increase the likelihood of delinquent behavior in adolescents.

Which Factor Does NOT Increase the Likelihood That an Adolescent