Research Indicates That Persistent Poverty Has Several Long-Term Effects

question 75

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that persistent poverty has several long-term effects. Which of the following is NOT one of those effects?

• A) a higher physiological level of stress
• B) lower cognitive functioning
• C) less effective executive functioning in second- and third-graders
• D) a higher level of academic persistence

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