Jewell wants to play on her high school basketball team, and speaks with her parents about this desire. Her parents understand that there are many benefits to participation in organized sports, but they are also rightly concerned that about ____ percent of high school athletes will be injured and will require some form of medical treatment.
A) 2
B) 6
C) 12
D) 15

Question

Jewell wants to play on her high school basketball team, and speaks with her parents about this desire. Her parents understand that there are many benefits to participation in organized sports, but they are also rightly concerned that about ____ percent of high school athletes will be injured and will require some form of medical treatment.
A) ​2
B) ​6
C) ​12
D) ​15

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

About 15 percent of high school athletes will be injured and will require some form of medical treatment. This statistic highlights the risks associated with participation in high school sports, alongside the many benefits.

Jewell Wants to Play on Her High School Basketball Team