Many People Assume That If Child Workers in Developing Countries

question 140

Multiple Choice

Many people assume that if child workers in developing countries weren't working in factories, they would be in school. In fact, children in developing countries

• A) split their time evenly between work and school.
• B) usually have few good alternatives to work.
• C) are only allowed to work if they have attended school up to age 15.
• D) who work are relatively rare, as most do attend school full time.

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