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What does k- 12 mean?
K- 12 is a general term for American basic education. "k" in "K 12" stands for kindergarten, and "K 12" stands for 12 grade (equivalent to the third grade in China). "K- 12" refers to the education from kindergarten to 12 grade, so it is also regarded as a general term for the basic education stage internationally.

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