Question

ryder is best friends with zoe. lately, zoe has been exhibiting risky behavior. she stays out late, sneaks out from her parents’ home, and occasionally uses drugs and alcohol. one night, zoe asks ryder to join her at a party. she stresses how much fun it will be and says that she could introduce ryder to some new people. zoe mentions a few names, and ryder recognizes at least one of them as a gang member. what should ryder do in this situation?

• express concern for zoe’s well - being and encourage her to skip the party
• ignore what he realizes and hang out with zoe at the party
• pass through the party for only 10 minutes to make sure there are no drugs
• attend the party with zoe to protect her from potential danger

Explanation:

Zoe is engaging in risky behavior (staying out late, sneaking out, using drugs/alcohol) and the party has a gang member. Ignoring, attending, or briefly checking the party don't address the risk or help Zoe. Expressing concern for Zoe's well - being and encouraging her to skip the party is the responsible choice as it looks out for her safety and tries to steer her away from risky situations.

Answer:

A. express concern for Zoe's well - being and encourage her to skip the party