When Greater Numbers of Children from Minority Groups Are Placed

question 58

Multiple Choice

When greater numbers of children from minority groups are placed in special education programs compared to their proportion of the general school population,this is called

• A)underrepresentation.
• B)cultural pluralism.
• C)overrepresentation.
• D)multiculturalism.

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Definitions:

Endogamy

The practice of marrying within a specific social group, caste, or ethnic group, rejecting those from others as inappropriate for marriage or other close relationships.

Legal Barriers

Laws or regulations that constitute obstacles to certain actions or changes.

Family Size

The total number of members in a family unit, including parents and children.

Marital Communication

The exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings between partners in a marriage.