Taisha Was Discouraged from Taking Advanced Math Classes Throughout Her

question 63

Multiple Choice

Taisha was discouraged from taking advanced math classes throughout her high school years. Although she is intelligent, a likely long-term implication of this biased tracking is that Taisha will

• A) not pursue a college education.
• B) exert less effort in the courses she takes.
• C) attempt to take these classes on her own.
• D) bring a lawsuit against her school for discrimination.

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