Studies by Christopher Jencks Revealed That There Is Little Evidence

question 47

Multiple Choice

Studies by Christopher Jencks revealed that there is little evidence that school reform efforts

• A)have improved the quality of instruction.
• B)have significantly altered the curriculum.
• C)have substantially reduced the achievement gap between students of different socioeconomic status.
• D)have been widely accepted in communities.

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Definitions:

Consumption

The use of goods and services by households, which is a primary component of GDP and a key indicator of the economic health of a society.

Gross Domestic Product

The total value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders during a specific time period, used as a broad indicator of economic health.

Indirect Business Taxes

Taxes levied on goods and services rather than on income or profits, such as sales tax, often passed on to the consumer.

Rent

The payment made by a tenant to a landlord for the use of a property, room, or apartment for a specified period.