Which of the Following Has Been Cited as a Possible

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been cited as a possible explanation for low achievement scores among American students?

• A) Teachers spend too much time teaching writing and not enough teaching coding and other forms of technology.
• B) Teachers push students too hard academically, which causes anxiety and burnout.
• C) Parents do not encourage academic pursuits at home.
• D) The reading level of textbooks has become too challenging.

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