Research Looking at the Behaviour of Socially Disadvantaged Children Has

question 51

Multiple Choice

Research looking at the behaviour of socially disadvantaged children has found which of the following?

• A) Children were less aggressive if they attended high-quality daycare.
• B) Children were less aggressive if they were raised at home.
• C) Children had higher IQs if they attended high-quality daycare.
• D) Children had higher IQs if they were raised at home.

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Definitions:

Poverty

A state of economic deprivation or lack of access to sufficient resources and services, such as food, housing, education, and healthcare.

Meritocracy

A system where individuals achieve success or are given opportunities based on their abilities and merits rather than on their social status or background.

Stratification

The hierarchical arrangement and classification of society into different layers based on socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, or other distinguishing factors.

American Dream

The conviction that, irrespective of one's birthplace or social class, it is possible for individuals to achieve their unique form of success in a community where everyone has the opportunity for upward social movement.