American High School Students Who Work Many Hours a Week

question 23

Multiple Choice

American high school students who work many hours a week and hold a heavy commitment to their job

• A) usually have stimulating, well-paid jobs.
• B) do better in school than their unemployed counterparts.
• C) tend to be depressed and disliked by peers.
• D) earn lower grades and report more drug and alcohol use.

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Definitions:

Learning Disability

A neurological disorder that affects an individual's ability to interpret what they see and hear or to link information from different parts of the brain.

Parenting Style

The behavioral strategy and attitude applied by parents in raising their children, affecting their psychological and social development.

High-Achieving Children

Children who perform significantly above their peers in various fields such as academic, athletic, or in the arts.

Authoritative

Referring to a commanding and self-confident force that is likely to be respected or obeyed.