Which statement accurately reflects the likely educational attainment scenario of young people across the globe?
a) Jabari, an 18-year-old Ethiopian male, has a 50% chance of attending college.
b) Aria, a 12-year-old female from California, is likely to finish secondary school.
c) Alejandro, a 15-year-old Columbian male, is likely to earn a college degree.
d) Padma, a 14-year-old female from Bangladesh, has a 75% chance of graduating from high school.
Answer: b
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