When compared to low-income students with similar test scores and academic records,high-income students:
A) make up a decreasing share of the enrollment at selective colleges.
B) make up an increasing share of the enrollment at selective colleges.
C) make up the same share of the enrollment at selective colleges.
D) are less likely to be accepted because of affirmative action.

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High-income students make up an increasing share of the enrollment at selective colleges when compared to low-income students with similar test scores and academic records. This is often due to factors such as access to better resources, networks, and opportunities, as well as the ability to pay for test preparation, private tutoring, and extracurricular activities that may enhance their applications. Studies have shown that selective colleges and universities are less economically diverse than they were a few decades ago, and that low-income students are underrepresented in these institutions.

When Compared to Low-Income Students with Similar Test Scores and Academic