The most logical explanation for academic differences between athletes and "non-athletes" in high school is that
A. it takes intelligence to play sports.
B. participation in school sports builds academic skills.
C. school sports attract students with certain characteristics.
D. sports help students focus on their studies.
Answer: C
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____________ have a sociological perspective that is most concerned with the face-to-face interactions between members of society.
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