Question

question 6 of 20

all of the following are professional benefits of a college education except:

a. increased life expectancy.
b. increased job stability.
c. increased likelihood of job benefits.
d. increased income.

Explanation:

Analyze the question prompt

The question asks to identify which option is NOT a professional benefit of a college education.

Evaluate the options

Using the Higher Education Economics knowledge point:

• Option A: Increased life expectancy is a personal or health benefit, not a professional one.
• Option B: Increased job stability is directly related to employment and career security.
• Option C: Increased likelihood of job benefits (like health insurance or retirement plans) is a professional perk.
• Option D: Increased income is a direct financial and professional return on career advancement.

Identify the correct choice

Since increased life expectancy is a personal health outcome rather than a professional or career-related benefit, Option A is the correct exception.

Answer:

• (A) increased life expectancy. (Correct answer)
• (B) increased job stability.
• (C) increased likelihood of job benefits.
• (D) increased income.