Employers Are Responding to the Problem of Functional Illiteracy by

question 102

Multiple Choice

Employers are responding to the problem of functional illiteracy by .

• A)holding formal classes on math and reading
• B)testing the basic skills of job candidates
• C)conducting literacy audits
• D)instituting literacy programs at work
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Shaken Baby Syndrome

A life-threatening injury that occurs when an infant is forcefully shaken back and forth, a motion that ruptures blood vessels in the brain and breaks neural connections.

Self-righting

Self-righting refers to the innate capacity of humans and animals to recover from adversity or disruption and return to a state of equilibrium or normal functioning.

Head-sparing

A biological mechanism that prioritizes the growth and development of the brain over other body parts in situations of malnutrition or stress.

Neural Connections

The links between neurons in the brain that allow for the transfer of information and are essential for processes like learning, memory, and perception.