Jessica is 15 years old. She is always fighting with her parents over her behavior and her choice of friends. She is failing all her classes because she continually skips school. She has also run away from her house 3 separate times. Her parents do not know what to do with her as they unable to manage her behavior and she was recently brought into custody for stealing a car.
-Which of Jessica's behavior is considered a delinquent act?

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Stealing a car is a delinquent act, as it is a criminal offense. Skipping school and running away, while problematic, are not necessarily considered delinquent acts. Talking back to her parents may be considered disrespectful, but it is not a criminal offense.

Jessica Is 15 Years Old