Early Doubters of the Claims That Head Start Could End

question 17

Multiple Choice

Early doubters of the claims that Head Start could end the cycle of poverty based their conclusions on

• A)what they perceived to be statistical flaws in the original research.
• B)the claim that the original research was fraudulent.
• C)the claim that no matter how good the program was it could not make up for the home environment.
• D)A and B .

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Definitions:

Discontinuity Effect

The phenomenon where groups exhibit less cooperation and more often competitive or hostile behaviors than individuals.

Hostile

Showing or feeling opposition or dislike; unfriendly.

Positive Intergroup Contact

Interactions between members of different groups that are characterized by cooperation, equality, and respect, leading to reduced intergroup prejudice and conflict.

Prejudice

Preconceived judgment or opinion, often based on irrational feelings, mistrust, or stereotypes, directed towards a person, group, or race.