Poor nutrition is a problem for many children who live in poverty. Which one of the following situations is likely to be associated with poor nutrition?
A) Hilda has problems with mathematics but is otherwise a bright and attentive student.
B) Even though Yvonne tries hard in school and pays attention most of the time, she has difficulty learning anything abstract.
C) Lonnie learns things easily but does not work very hard in class. He is often too busy fooling around with friends to pay attention in class.
D) Jill appears to have trouble remembering things and does not seem motivated to achieve in school.

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Poor nutrition can affect memory and motivation, which could explain Jill's trouble remembering things and lack of motivation to achieve in school.

Poor Nutrition Is a Problem for Many Children Who Live