A Very Serious Problem Related to Participation in Organized Athletics

question 79

Multiple Choice

A very serious problem related to participation in organized athletics during adolescence is

• A) the risk of serious injury, which happens to many high school athletes.
• B) the risk of becoming socially ostracized if one is not victorious on their team.
• C) the use of illegal drugs to enhance performance.
• D) the likelihood of getting involved in inter-school fights over team loyalty.

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