Children from lower-SES families ________
A) are more likely to be resilient adults than those from higher-SES families.
B) show no signs of ill effects if there is an increase in SES before age 5.
C) are not affected by SES status unless persistent employment is the reason for the economic hardships of the family.
D) are less likely to show ill effects of SES status if they possess a high IQ and develop healthy attachments to adults and peers.

Question

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While it is true that some children from lower-SES families may become resilient adults (option A), this is not always the case. Option B is incorrect because research has shown that the effects of low SES can linger beyond age 5. Option C is also incorrect because persistent economic hardship can have negative effects on children's development regardless of the reason for it. Option D is the best choice because it acknowledges that certain factors can buffer the negative effects of low SES on children's development, such as intelligence and healthy attachments to adults and peers.

Children from Lower-SES Families ________