Which of the following best describes the "education premium"?

A. The added pay for getting a higher level of education
B. The added cost of getting a higher level of education
C. The added benefits for society as a whole from a person getting a higher level of education
D. The increase in average wages, in inflation-adjusted dollars, over time


Answer: A

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