Zoe, a 3-Year-Old Girl, Is from an Economically-Disadvantaged Neighbourhood

Multiple Choice

Zoe, a 3-year-old girl, is from an economically-disadvantaged neighbourhood. Both of her parents are unemployed and have not finished high school. Considering recent research studies, which of the following statements is most likely?

A) If Zoe is put in a high quality daycare and her parents receive instruction on the principles of child development, Zoe will show an increase in her IQ.
B) If Zoe is put in a high quality daycare and her parents receive instruction on the principles of child development, Zoe will show a decrease in her IQ.
C) If Zoe is put in a high quality daycare and her parents receive instruction on the principles of child development, Zoe will show neither an increase nor a decrease in her IQ.
D) Early intervention projects have not been shown to contribute positively to child development