Which of the following is true about the relationship between being bullied and academic performance?

Question

a. Children who are bullied are less likely to drop out of school.
b. Children who are bullied tend to have higher grades.
c. Children who demonstrate academic competence are less likely to be bullied.
d. Children who are cyberbullied have higher attendance than other bullied children.

Answer 1

The statement that is generally true about the relationship between being bullied and academic performance is:

c. Children who demonstrate academic competence are less likely to be bullied.

Research indicates that students who perform well academically may be less targeted by bullies, as bullying often involves a power dynamic where those perceived as weaker or different are more frequently victimized. The other statements listed are not typically supported by research on bullying and its effects on students’ academic experiences.