Would a Sample of Children from an Affluent Suburban School

question 152

Multiple Choice

Would a sample of children from an affluent suburban school district be considered a representative sample of American children?

• A)No, because affluent suburban schools tend to be less racially, ethnically, and economically diverse than the nation as a whole.
• B)No, because they are nothing like the average American child.
• C)Yes, because public education is available to all children.
• D)Yes, because they have all the advantages and none of the disadvantages.

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Definitions:

Open-Class Societies

Societies characterized by the opportunity for social mobility and the ability for individuals to change their socio-economic status.

Mobility

The ability to move or be moved freely and easily, whether referring to physical movement of individuals or social mobility within hierarchical structures.

Social Class

is a division of a society based on social and economic status, influencing access to resources and opportunities.

Economic Status

A measure of the financial health and wealth of an individual, group, or nation, often evaluated through income, assets, and access to resources.