If a Child Does Well in Math,American Parents Are More

question 89

Multiple Choice

If a child does well in math,American parents are more likely than Asian parents to believe that the child

• A)has paid attention in class and studied.
• B)should work in a field related to math.
• C)should focus more on verbal skills.
• D)is innately good at math.

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Definitions:

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates glucose levels in the blood.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The amount of energy expended by a body at rest in a neutral environment, necessary to maintain basic bodily functions.

Appetite-Enhancing Center

A region in the brain, often associated with the hypothalamus, that stimulates the desire to eat.

Hormone

A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs.