According to Moffit's theory, a boy who bites playmates at age 3, shoplifts at age 10, commits burglary at age 19, and rapes at age 26 would be considered a(n)

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According to Moffit's theory, individuals who exhibit early onset and persistent antisocial behavior (such as biting playmates at age 3, shoplifting at age 10, burglary at age 19, and rape at age 26) are considered life-course persistent offenders. This distinguishes them from individuals who only engage in antisocial behavior during adolescence (adolescent limited offenders) and those who may have ADHD but do not necessarily exhibit antisocial behavior. Therefore, the best choice is A.

According to Moffit's Theory, a Boy Who Bites Playmates at Age