43. According to an ancient Roman proverb, a sound body is the sign of a sound mind. Nevertheless, today we often stereotype athletes as unintelligent, describing them as “dumb jocks” in spite of their having a sound body. Dozens of contemporary athletes, however, _______________ After leaving the sports arena, many of today’s athletes have excelled in other professions. Communications, politics, and business, for example, are just a few of the many highly competitive professions in which former college and professional athletes have succeeded after completing their sports careers.
(A) have proven that athletes in general fit this stereotype.
(B) have proven this label a myth.
(C) have demonstrated that sports heroes are not necessarily good role models.
(D) have disillusioned thousands of young people pursuing American dreams.