Question

this graph compares the cost of room and board at educational institutions in texas. the cost of room and board in texas (2012 - 2013) public private yearly cost (thousands of dollars) this graph helps explain why public community colleges are considered to be affordable alternatives to private community colleges. students in texas have become increasingly drawn to technical schools over community colleges. many students might choose an alternative living situation over paying room and board at a four - year institution. some texas students have opted to delay attaining a degree in higher education for several years.

Explanation:

The bar - graph shows that the cost of room and board at four - year universities and private community colleges is relatively high compared to technical schools and public community colleges. High costs at four - year institutions may lead students to consider alternative living situations instead of paying for room and board there.

Answer:

many students might choose an alternative living situation over paying room and board at a four year institution.