Which statement best describes the example of NCAA sanction levels?

• A. Small wagers may require education
• B. Large wagers can cause eligibility loss
• C. Both Small wagers may require education and Large wagers can cause eligibility loss
• D. None of the above

Answer: (C)

Sanctions in the NCAA are structured to fit how serious the violation is. For smaller wagering issues, the response is often educational—requiring the athlete to complete an ethics or compliance program to prevent future problems. For larger or more serious wagering violations, penalties can be much bigger, such as losing eligibility to participate in games. Because the example covers both sides—small wagers leading to education and large wagers risking loss of eligibility—it best describes how sanction levels operate. The other options miss part of the picture: focusing only on education ignores the potential for severe penalties, and focusing only on large wagers ignores that smaller issues also trigger educational remedies.