Carol has poor reading skills. What can we expect about Carol's social development?
A. Carol will probably have a poor vocabulary, making it more difficult for her to communicate with her peers.
B. Carol doesn't need to read to understand pragmatics, so her peer relationships will not be affected.
C. Carol will most likely be held back in grade level and therefore have difficulty maintaining friendships.
D. Carol will be placed in a special reading class, which also fosters positive peer relationships.
Answer: A
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