Which of the following accurately connects the effect communities have on people's life pathways?
A) Living around people who encourage a child to be confident leads to children who are more ambitious in life.
B) Living in a safe neighborhood has very little effect on children's school performance.
C) Living in a dangerous neighborhood encourages a child to leave that neighborhood by doing well in school.
D) Living in a dangerous neighborhood has very little effect on a child's future employment.

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The statement accurately connects the effect of communities on people's life pathways by stating that living around people who encourage a child to be confident leads to more ambitious children. This implies that the community can have a positive effect on a child's future.

Answer: C 
 The statement accurately connects the effect of communities on people's life pathways by stating that living in a dangerous neighborhood can encourage a child to leave that neighborhood by doing well in school. This implies that the community can have a motivating effect on a child's future.

Both A and C connect the effect of communities on people's life pathways accurately, but only one option can be chosen as the "best" choice.

Which of the Following Accurately Connects the Effect Communities Have