Question

which of the following candidates would be most prepared for a career in academia?
jamie, who recently graduated with her bachelor of arts in astrophysics
sam, who has a masters in engineering and needs to stay near home to care for a sick family member
sharon, who has a phd in chemistry and is willing to move to any city for a job
miguel, a senior in high school with the highest sat score on record

Explanation:

A PhD typically indicates a high - level of expertise and research ability, which are important for an academic career. Jamie has only a bachelor's degree, Sam has a master's but has personal constraints, and Miguel is still in high - school. Sharon's PhD in chemistry and willingness to relocate make her well - positioned for academic opportunities.

Answer:

Sharon, who has a PhD in chemistry and is willing to move to any city for a job