To be a pharmacist, doctor, or research biologist, a person would need a doctorate degree. Which of the following is true about doctorate degrees? (1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AA doctorate degree can be costly and takes about 3-6 years to attain. %0D%0AA doctorate degree can be costly and takes about 3-6 years to attain. %0D%0A%0D%0AOnly students with a GED can enroll in a doctorate program. %0D%0AOnly students with a GED can enroll in a doctorate program. %0D%0A%0D%0AOnly students with a bachelor’s degree can enroll in a doctorate program. %0D%0AOnly students with a bachelor’s degree can enroll in a doctorate program. %0D%0A%0D%0AA doctorate program starts after a high school degree and lasts 2-3 years.

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The correct response is:

A doctorate degree can be costly and takes about 3-6 years to attain.

This statement is true as doctorate programs can indeed be expensive and generally require several years of study beyond a bachelor's degree.

The other statements are not accurate:

  • A doctorate program does not typically accept only students with a GED, as most require at least a bachelor's degree.
  • While it is correct that students typically need a bachelor’s degree to enroll in a doctorate program, the statement could be perceived as misleading because it implies exclusivity without acknowledging that other qualifications, like master's degrees or specific professional experience, may also be considered.
  • A doctorate program usually lasts longer than 2-3 years, as it generally includes significant research components and can take several additional years to complete depending on the field and specific program requirements.