Which Statement Is True Regarding Dropping Out

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding dropping out?

• A)Most dropouts left because while they liked school,they could not afford associated educational expenses.
• B)Poverty and family dysfunction increase the chances of dropping for minority students only.
• C)African American children receive more disciplinary infractions than children from other racial categories,despite the fact that their behavior is quite similar.
• D)Kids who miss more than 10 percent of instructional time are at risk for dropping out.

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Definitions:

Contrast Effects

Previously interviewed job applicants affect an interviewer’s perception of a current applicant, leading to an exaggeration of differences between applicants.

Fundamental Attribution Error

This refers to the tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of external factors.

Distinctiveness Cue

A feature or characteristic that makes an object, person, or group stand out from others.

Consensus Cue

A social influence where the agreement among multiple parties or sources enhances the perceived validity of information or decisions.