Which Statement Best Summarizes the Research Findings Regarding the Arithmetic

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which statement best summarizes the research findings regarding the arithmetic skills of children who have not received formal schooling?

• A)They are deficient in all aspects of math.
• B)They are deficient in applied math.
• C)They are deficient at paper-and-pencil tests, but do well in applied situations.
• D)They are no different from children who have been taught math.

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