Which of the Following Poses a Major Challenge to Implementing

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following poses a major challenge to implementing a national apprenticeship program?

• A) Research does not indicate any long-term benefits associated with apprenticeship programs.
• B) Only low-SES youths would have access to such a program.
• C) Low-SES youths may become concentrated in the lowest-skilled apprenticeship placements.
• D) The cost of apprenticeship programs far outweighs the benefits.

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