In One Study of Reading and Math Ability in Third-

question 29

Multiple Choice

In one study of reading and math ability in third- and fifth-grade children, the researchers found that high-scoring children usually had three sources of cognitive stimulation. Which was NOT a source of cognitive stimulation?

• A) families
• B) preschool programs
• C) first-grade curriculum
• D) media

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