We should abolish the public education system and allow schools to operate as autonomous units competing for students. Students will receive government funds in the form of vouchers which they can then “spend” at school of their choice. This will force schools to complete for students by offering better and more varied educational services. As in private industry, only the schools that provide customer satisfaction will survive. Since schools that cannot attract students will close, we will see an overall improvement in the quality of education. Which of the following, if true, would most undermine the argument above?

A Schools will make sure that all parents and students are thoroughly informed about the programs offered.

B Most students and parents will select a school based upon the convenience of its location.

C Students have different interests and different needs that can best be met by a variety of programs.

D By forcing schools to operate on a cost-effective basis, a voucher program would actually reduce total educational expenditures.

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

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