Theo works at a fast food restaurant. His boss has asked Theo if he is willing to take more shifts. If Theo decides to take on the extra work he will be trying to juggle 20 hours of part-time work and full-time high school. According to research, if Theo is a typical adolescent, what might we conclude about the potential effects of the increased hours?
a. A drop in grades
b. Higher attendance at school
c. More time spent doing homework
d. Positive psychological effects on self-esteem
Answer: a
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