What Are the Mixed Results Associated with U

question 63

Multiple Choice

What are the mixed results associated with U.S. Head Start programs for preschool children?

• A) The programs were counterproductive, and reduced school success for children from poor households.
• B) Children in those programs have IQ gains, but the gains did not persist after the programs ended.
• C) Children who start school too early will have social problems in later childhood.
• D) The programs only benefit children who are already likely to succeed at school.

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