Research has shown a positive correlation between 1) socio-economic status of the family of origin, and 2) college graduation rates. Based on this information, we can conclude that ________
A) financial aid such as scholarships and student loans does not take the place of having strong financial backing from one's family during the college years
B) students born into wealthier families are more likely to complete college than students born into poorer families
C) students from wealthier families are more likely to have attended college preparatory schools
D) students from poorer families have a more difficult time adjusting to college life
E) having adequate financial resources from his or her family will cause a student to finish college
Answer: B
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