Which of the Following Statements Is True of an Achievement

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of an achievement gap?

• A) Fifty years ago, the largest achievement gap was between social classes.
• B) It refers to the difference in earnings that occurs due to age-related differences.
• C) The achievement gap between children from high- and low-income families has reduced since the 1960s.
• D) Achievement gaps among minority groups are due to factors like English language proficiency and social class.
• E) It is overemphasized by functional theorists.

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