What is a juvenile status offense and give an example.

• A. An act that would be a crime if committed by an adult, but is not treated as a crime due to age.
• B. A crime that is prohibited only for juveniles but not for adults.
• C. An act that would be a crime if committed by an adult, such as truancy.
• D. A criminal act that is punished identically for youths and adults.

Answer: (C)