Question

Armando has joined his high school football team. He is spending a lot of time in the weight room trying to bulk up and has committed to fitting in with the team. Unfortunately, he is spending less time on homework because he is often exhausted when he gets home from school, and it is starting to show in his grades. His family is concerned that he is taking it too far and pushing himself too hard. Why would Armando be willing to sacrifice personal success in order to be a better team member?

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Responses

Armando probably likes sports better than academics.

The team has a subculture that values pushing one’s self.

Most of the people on the football team are not doing well academically.

Armando’s parents do not really understand what it means to be part of a team.

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Answered by GPT-4o mini
The most fitting response is:

**The team has a subculture that values pushing one’s self.**

This response highlights the social dynamics and values within the team that may prioritize teamwork and physical performance over individual academic success, which can encourage members like Armando to push themselves in ways that might detract from their academic responsibilities.

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