Which of the Following Examples Would NOT Be Supported by the Research

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples would NOT be supported by the research findings on the influence of home characteristics on education?

• A) During the summer, children from higher socioeconomic status backgrounds make educational gains, while children from lower socioeconomic status families experience greater summer setbacks.
• B) The activities of summer camps, community programs, and home environments are not important factors in the academic achievements of higher social class children who are performing well during the school year.
• C) Activities and summer programs for low-income children could help reduce some of the summer setbacks in achievement they experience.
• D) Many of the differences in black-white educational achievement gaps can be explained by social class differences rather than racial differences.

Comprehend the principles of optimal distinctiveness and how individuals balance group membership with expressing individuality.

Grasp the influence of extended contact and how perceptions of outgroups can be improved through relational connections.

Recognize key theories and hypotheses relevant to social psychology, such as the contact hypothesis and emergent norm theory.

Identify factors contributing to perceived differences among groups and the effects on self and group identification.

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Definitions:

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate bodily functions.

Kidneys

A pair of organs located in the abdominal cavity, responsible for filtering waste from the blood and producing urine.

Adrenal Medulla

The inner part of the adrenal gland that produces adrenaline and noradrenaline, hormones involved in stress response.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and other functions.