The Four Boys Below Have All Received as in Algebra

question 35

Multiple Choice

The four boys below have all received As in Algebra I.From the perspective of attribution theory, which one is most likely to sign up for Algebra II?

• A)Steve thinks he got an A because he has an older brother who is a math whiz to help him out.
• B)Timmy thinks he got an A because he studied very hard.
• C)Vern thinks his A is due to his natural intelligence.
• D)Willie thinks he got an A because he was lucky on the final exam.His teacher asked questions that he knew and did not ask questions about topics that he did not know.

Analyze the impact of public assistance and welfare reform on poverty.

Discuss the role of economic conditions in influencing poverty and public assistance.

Examine the arguments for and against the impact of antipoverty spending.

Identify demographic and social trends related to poverty and the concept of an underclass.

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