Which reason explains why children from a lower socioeconomic status (SES) do not do as well in school as children from middle or high SES?

A. Children from middle and high SES groups are born with genetically superior intellectual potential.
B. Children from low SES groups expect greater amounts of government assistance, and therefore become complacent.
C. Children from low SES groups often attend inadequate or low-performing schools.
D. Children from low SES groups often have too much free time, but don't spend it wisely.


Answer: C

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