With Respect to Family and Peer Factors, Why Do First-Generation

question 63

Multiple Choice

With respect to family and peer factors, why do first-generation and minority students find it difficult to succeed in college?

• A) They don't receive positive support from their family and peers.
• B) They are criticized for "selling out" and attending college.
• C) They have too much pressure to work and help support the family.
• D) They have few family and peer models of how to succeed in college.

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