Jim was caught again trying to pawn some of his parents' antique jewelry.He skipped so much school that he will have to repeat his courses.He is also unconcerned that he has gotten two different girls pregnant in the past year.He would probably be diagnosed as having a(n)
A) adventurous adolescent period.
B) antisocial personality disorder.
C) schizoid personality disorder.
D) dependent personality disorder.

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The behavior exhibited by Jim suggests a lack of regard for societal norms and the rights of others, which is characteristic of individuals with antisocial personality disorder. The fact that he engages in illegal activities, skips school, and has impregnated multiple partners also supports this diagnosis. The other options do not fit the profile of Jim's behavior.

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