Stacey has been caught pulling the cat's tail and hitting it on the head.Which of the following is the most likely description of Stacey during adulthood?
A) Stacey is likely to marry in early adulthood.
B) Stacey is likely to experience divorce by the age of 40.
C) Stacey is likely to have difficulty keeping a job.
D) Stacey is likely to be violent as an adult.

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Research has shown that individuals who engage in animal cruelty during childhood are more likely to engage in violent behaviors as adults. Therefore, it is likely that Stacey may exhibit violent behavior as an adult. The other options (marriage, divorce, and job stability) are not necessarily linked to childhood animal cruelty.

Stacey Has Been Caught Pulling the Cat's Tail and Hitting