Rose Is Transitioning from Elementary into Junior High School and Sally

question 29

Multiple Choice

Rose is transitioning from elementary into junior high school and Sally will be starting her senior year of high school in the fall. According to research presented in the textbook, who is more likely to experience disruptions in self-esteem?

• A) Rose
• B) Sally
• C) Rose and Sally are equally likely to experience disruptions in self-esteem
• D) neither Sally nor Rose is likely to experience disruptions in self-esteem

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