Which of the Following Is an Example of Cumulative Disadvantage

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of cumulative disadvantage?

• A) a kid who seems to always have bad luck but also has a social support system that continues to encourage her
• B) a kid who gets in trouble while with peers but then receives an intervention and makes new friends who enjoy school and complete their assignments
• C) a kid who is impulsive and has difficulty making friends so she is switched to a special classroom to better meet her needs
• D) a kid who is rejected by their peers, fails at school, and has a poor home life

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Definitions:

Social Interactions

Exchanges between two or more individuals, involving communication or other forms of engagement.

Successful Long-term Relationships

Romantic partnerships characterized by mutual respect, love, and the ability to resolve conflicts constructively, lasting over a prolonged period.

Best Behavior

This term describes how individuals act in their most polite, courteous, or well-mannered way, typically in socially important situations.

Attachment Drive

An innate psychological mechanism that drives individuals to seek closeness and bonding with significant others for emotional security.