Suppose you were a participant in a study about high school dropout. You are one of the children who has the highest risk of dropping out. According to current research, what factor in your life is a strong predictor of your potential of dropping out?

a. Your parents' low education
b. Being in a two parent family
c. Attending a smaller school
d. Having more than four siblings


Answer: a

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