Would a sample of children from an affluent suburban school district be considered a representative sample of American children?
A)Yes, because public education is available to all children.
B)No, because affluent suburban schools tend to be less racially, ethnically, and economically diverse than the nation as a whole.
C)No, because they are nothing like the average American child.
D)Yes, because they have all the advantages and none of the disadvantages.

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Affluent suburban school districts tend to be less diverse than the overall population, so a sample of children from such a district would not be representative of American children as a whole. While public education is available to all children, access to high-quality education can vary depending on factors like socioeconomic status and geographic location. Additionally, it is not accurate to assume that all affluent children have "all the advantages and none of the disadvantages." There is significant variation in experiences and outcomes across socioeconomic groups.

Would a Sample of Children from an Affluent Suburban School