Ashton Has a Hard Time Learning the Alphabet and Is

Ashton has a hard time learning the alphabet and is behind the class. The teacher notices Ashton also has no supplies for school and wears the same outfit repeatedly. What conclusion could be drawn from this connection?

A) Ashton is the victim of bad parenting practices.
B) Memory improves with age and Ashton will be fine one day.
C) Ashton doesn't care about school.
D) Poverty conditions may be impacting Ashton's ability to learn.
E) This is typical behavior and challenges that children face at this age.