When Children Move from Elementary School to High School

question 23

Multiple Choice

When children move from elementary school to high school

• A)self-esteem reaches its peak.
• B)self-esteem becomes less differentiated.
• C)children become less likely to compare themselves with peers.
• D)self-esteem usually drops.

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