In terms of human development poverty is considered a

48 : In terms of human development, poverty is considered______.
A : a major obstacle to optimal development
B : an enhancement to resiliency
C : in harmony with psychological functioning
D : a source of continuity in the life course
Correct Answer : A
49 : Which factor is most likely to contribute to families living in poverty? 50 : Dale is 12 years old and is being raised by a single mother who recently lost her job. Dale
and his mom are now homeless and experiencing poverty for the first time. Chip is 6 years old.
He is being raised by an unemployed single father. Chip and his father have been living in
poverty since Chips birth. According to research on poverty, who is more at risk for negative
consequences pertaining to health, cognitive development, and school achievement?
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B : Chip only
C : Both Dale and Chip
D : Neither Dale nor Chip, because they are being raised by a parent
Correct Answer : B
51 : Jo Ellens divorce was final yesterday afternoon. Based on research, she and her two
children can expect which of the following in terms of their financial well-being?
52 : Earlier exposure to health risks, higher exposure to environmental hazards, and challenges
in achieving developmental tasks are factors that are most often associated with .
A : African American, Hispanic, and Asian American families who experience poverty
B : children who must learn resilience
C : all Americans is rural areas
D : families who are in transitory poverty
Correct Answer : A
53 : Jennifer is being raised in a low-income family. Marjorie is being raised in a high-income
family. Which of the following is TRUE of their risk of prenatal exposure to environmental
toxins?
54 : Which factor is least likely to enhance the impact of poverty?