In the context of adolescent employment, which of the following scenarios is true about adolescents who work for more than 11 to 13 hours a week?

A) Dwayne, an African American student, finds that his self-esteem is boosted due to his time spent working at a job he is good at.
B) Lucy, a European American student, finds that working helps her overcome her issues with social anxiety.
C) Rajat, an Asian American student, notices a fall in his grade point average since he has started working.
D) Shu, an Asian American student, notices that he wastes a lot of his earnings on frivolous gadgets and gifts.

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Nishita Patel · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Adolescents who work more than 11 to 13 hours a week often experience a decline in their academic performance, as indicated by a fall in their grade point average. This is because the time and energy they devote to work can detract from their ability to focus on and complete school-related tasks.

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