Pramada Attends a Preschool Program That Stresses Formal Academic Training

question 67

Multiple Choice

Pramada attends a preschool program that stresses formal academic training.As a result,Pramada is more likely to __________ than peers who attend a child-centered program.

• A) show significant gains in IQ throughout her school years
• B) display more stress behaviors, such as wiggling and rocking,
• C) have better study habits in elementary school
• D) prefer more challenging tasks

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