Which outcome is the intended purpose of the house settlement terms?

• A. Eliminating NIL opportunities
• B. Replacing NIL with sponsorships
• C. Creating a framework for future revenue sharing between schools and athletes
• D. Reducing athletes' rights

Answer: (C)

The main idea being tested is that the settlement terms are meant to establish a plan for sharing revenue between schools and athletes. This kind of framework aims to turn a patchwork of individual agreements into a predictable, governance-based approach to how money generated by college sports—NIL opportunities, sponsorships, media rights, and related revenue—gets distributed. It supports athletes benefiting from their name, image, and likeness while helping schools manage costs and maintain competitive balance, all within clear rules and oversight.

That’s why creating a framework for future revenue sharing is the best fit. It captures the goal of moving toward structured, long-term equity rather than just allowing or preventing specific opportunities, and it avoids the idea of eliminating NIL or weakening athletes’ rights. The other options imply eliminating NIL, swapping NIL for sponsorships, or reducing athletes’ rights, none of which align with a settlement aimed at providing a fair, durable method for sharing revenue.