Which of the following statements best describes why girls in poor, rural areas in the developing world are far less likely to complete a secondary education than boys?

A.

Some societies don't value educating girls because of traditional beliefs.

B.

Women are more likely to find jobs, so they don't need to attend school.

C.

Boys usually achieve higher test scores on school entrance exams.

D.

Many girls don't want to go to school, so they drop out at an early age

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Eduardo Pena

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24 April, 19:59

Which of the following statements best describes why girls in poor, rural areas in the developing world are far less likely to complete a secondary education than boys?

A.

Some societies don't value educating girls because of traditional beliefs.

B.

Women are more likely to find jobs, so they don't need to attend school.

C.

Boys usually achieve higher test scores on school entrance exams.

D.

Many girls don't want to go to school, so they drop out at an early age

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Adeline · Answer 1

I think the correct answer is A. Girls in poor, rural areas are far less likely to complete a secondary education than boys because s ome societies don't value educating girls because of traditional beliefs. Some think that girls will just have to stay at home and take care of the family.