Myth 1: Military recruits are less educated and have fewer work alternatives than other young Americans.
Myth 2: The military tends to attract people with lower aptitudes.
Myth 3: The military attracts a disproportionate number of poor or underprivileged youth.
Myth 4: A disproportionate number of recruits come from urban areas.
Myth 5: The military isn't geographically representative of America.