What Phrase BEST Describes the Academic Fate of Economically Disadvantaged

Multiple Choice

What phrase BEST describes the academic fate of economically disadvantaged children?

A) behind at the "school starting gate," going to the worst schools
B) behind at the "school starting gate," slowly catching up over time
C) equal at the "school starting gate," falling behind over time
D) equal at the "school starting gate," staying steady over time