Early Intervention Programs Are Expensive, Ranging from $6,000 to $18,000

question 140

Multiple Choice

Early intervention programs are expensive, ranging from $6,000 to $18,000 annually per child. Why are these programs considered a "wise investment"?

• A) Children who attend these programs score 15 to 30 points higher in IQ than their peers.
• B) Preschoolers who attend these programs show significantly greater achievement in all academic areas when compared to national averages.
• C) Most researchers actually disagree with the investment, arguing that the cost is too high.
• D) The investment leads to decreased need for special education and other social services later on.

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