College-age athletes who drop out of college to play professional sports
a. are not rational decision makers.
b. are well aware that their opportunity cost of attending college is very high.
c. are concerned more about present circumstances than their future.
d. underestimate the value of a college education.
Answer: b. are well aware that their opportunity cost of attending college is very high.
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