An economist would probably argue that money spent on education, housing, and health care brings more “welfare” than money spent in the quest for medals. When all is said and done, sports is entertainment; the others are necessities.
第一个问题的答案并不是显然的。经济学家可能会指出，与追求奖牌相比，把钱花在教育、住房和医疗上能带来更多的“福利”。说到底，体育只是娱乐；而上述这些东西可是必需品。