Children labeled EMR
A)may gain confidence and self-esteem.
B)may behave as though they have cognitive impairments as a self-fulfilling prophecy.
C)are probably not incorrectly classified by biased tests
D)are not adversely affected by the label, according to research.

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Labeling children as EMR (Educable Mentally Retarded) can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy where they internalize the label and behave in ways that align with the expectations of cognitive impairments.

Children Labeled EMR