According to a Recent Analysis of National Data Discussed in the Textbook

question 110

Multiple Choice

According to a recent analysis of national data discussed in the textbook, Black students were especially likely to be enrolled in:

• A) average-track math and science classes but lower-track English classes.
• B) lower-track English classes, even after taking into account students' socioeconomic status.
• C) lower-track math classes in schools in which Blacks are in the minority, even after taking into account students' qualifications.
• D) lower-track math classes in schools in which students are required to take placement exams.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Abilities

The mental skills that involve the ability to reason, remember, understand, solve problems, and make decisions.

Metamemory

An individual's knowledge and awareness of their own memory abilities and strategies, which can affect cognitive performance.

Cognitive Abilities

The mental capabilities that involve the process of thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering.

Sensory Input

Information received by the sensory organs, such as eyes and ears, that is then processed by the brain.