The "Diffusion Effect" Seen in Some Two-Generation Compensatory Education Programs

question 5

Multiple Choice

The "diffusion effect" seen in some two-generation compensatory education programs refers to the finding that

• A) child graduates of these early interventions have a greater sense of direction as adolescents and are less identity diffuse
• B) improvements in parenting positively affect children participating in compensatory education and the family's later children as well
• C) early gains in children's academic performance tend to fade over time
• D) treating disadvantaged parents helps them to obtain employment and to become less identity diffuse

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