A social worker is assessing a court-mandated client who is resistant to treatment. Which engagement strategy is most consistent with evidence-based practice?
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A
Informing the client that participation is legally required and non-negotiable
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B
Using motivational interviewing techniques to explore ambivalence
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C
Proceeding with the standard assessment regardless of client engagement
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D
Deferring all assessment activities until the client voluntarily agrees to participate