Outline three ways in which family structure may affect achievement (6 marks)

This is a 6 mark question, so for a student to achieve all 6 marks:List 3 factorsExplain each factor
Here are some possible factors and explanations:Single parent families may lack resources needed to give child what they need e.g. booksLack of role model for boys if no father figure is there so they join gangsWorking mothers act as a role model for young girls to achieve at school
Remember to link back to the question in your answer:"therefore this shows how family structure may affect achievement"

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