Compared to their wealthier peers, students from low-income families are less likely to attend and graduate from college.One reason, of course, is that students from low- income families have fewer financial resources.But another important reason is that many public schools in low-income neighborhoods are of poor quality.Three of the following characteristics are typical of schools in low-income school districts.Which characteristic is not typical?
A)Outdated and poorly maintained equipment
B)Little or no discipline for serious behavior problems
C)Lower expectations for students' achievement
D)Fewer opportunities to engage in advanced thinking skills

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While the other characteristics are typical of schools in low-income districts, discipline is still expected in these schools. In fact, low-income schools may have more discipline problems due to various factors such as lack of parental involvement and community resources.

Compared to Their Wealthier Peers, Students from Low-Income Families Are