Which Statement Is False with Regard to Minority Students in School

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false with regard to minority students in school?

• A)Over 70 percent of the students involved in school-related arrests or referred to law enforcement were Hispanic or black.
• B)Black students are less likely to be suspended or expelled than white students.
• C)A smaller percentage of minority students are in gifted and talented programs.
• D)The relatively high dropout rate among minorities is the legacy of disciplinary policies instituted more than 40 years ago.

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Definitions:

Pessimists

Individuals who generally expect negative outcomes or focus on the worst aspects of situations.

Learned Helplessness

A condition where a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, arising from traumatic events or persistent failure to succeed.

Depression

An emotional wellness issue where an individual experiences constant feelings of sadness or has a diminished interest in activities, significantly affecting their daily living.

Seligman

A psychologist known for his work in positive psychology and the theory of learned helplessness.