When Diana transitioned from elementary school to middle school, she moved from being one of the oldest, biggest, and most powerful students in the elementary school to being one of the youngest, smallest, and least powerful students in the middle school. This phenomenon is known as the
A) blindsight phenomenon.
B) top-dog phenomenon.
C) domino effect.
D) glass-ceiling effect.

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The top-dog phenomenon refers to the shift in status and power that occurs when students transition from being at the top of the social hierarchy in elementary school to the bottom of the hierarchy in middle school. This can create stress and adjustment difficulties for students, as they struggle to navigate the new social dynamics of the middle school environment.

When Diana Transitioned from Elementary School to Middle School, She