At a local meeting of the PTA, a parent complains about the use of a state-mandated test to determine college eligibility. She is concerned that this would lead to students from select groups being denied the opportunity to go to college. What is the general emphasis of her concern?

A. Sacrificing students' higher-thinking skills
B. Lack of supportive research
C. Discrimination
D. Dumbing-down of curriculum


Answer: C

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