Questions: Multiple Choice 1 point
What factors contribute to inequality within the educational system in the United States?
Racism
Socioeconomic status
None of these apply.
All of these apply.
Transcript text: Multiple Choice 1 point
What factors contribute to inequality within the educational system in the United States?
Racism
Socioeconomic status
None of these apply.
All of these apply.
Solution
Answer
The answer is All of these apply.
Explanation
Option 1: Racism
Racism can contribute to inequality in the educational system through various means, such as discriminatory practices, biased curricula, and unequal access to resources. Historical and systemic racism can lead to disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes for students of different racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Option 2: Socioeconomic status
Socioeconomic status is a significant factor in educational inequality. Students from lower-income families may have less access to quality educational resources, experienced teachers, and extracurricular activities. Economic disparities can also affect students' ability to attend well-funded schools, leading to differences in educational attainment.
Option 3: None of these apply
This option is incorrect because both racism and socioeconomic status are well-documented factors contributing to educational inequality in the United States.
Option 4: All of these apply
This option is correct because both racism and socioeconomic status are recognized as contributing factors to inequality within the educational system in the United States.