Fewer high schoolers want college, enrollment continues to slide

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The problem arises when engaging in debates about college, as you inevitably encounter a logical fallacy known as a false dilemma. The situation is presented as an "all or nothing" scenario.

The options seem limited:

• either commit to spending 4-5 years in college or don't go at all
  
• either spend tens of thousands of dollars or nothing
  
• either secure a job immediately or wait several years until graduation
  
• either waste time on irrelevant theories at college or acquire practical knowledge.
  

The underlying premise of those arguing against college is that they can succeed in the world without a degree. While this statement holds true, it's akin to consciously choosing to navigate through life uphill rather than downhill.