Will Is a 15 Year-Old Boy Who Was Just Arrested

Will is a 15 year-old boy who was just arrested for truancy and shoplifting.  He has never been in trouble before.  He participated in the crime due to peer pressure from his friends who made fun of him for being "too good."  Will's parents are terrified that his poor decision making will ruin his future.
It was found that part of Will's motivation to act out was the result of receiving inadequate care at home, therefore Will is considered by the court to be a(n) :

A) dependent child
B) child parens patriae
C) at-risk child
D) neglected child

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