According to functionalists, education benefits taxpayers because more highly educated people are__________.

A. less likely to pay higher taxes
B. less likely to rely on public assistance programs
C. more likely to divert taxable income
D. less likely to lead healthier lifestyles
E. more likely to incur high federal health care costs


Answer: B

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