In 2003, fantasy sports in North America involved 15 million players and what industry value?

• A. 5M players; $0.5B
• B. 25M players; $2.5B
• C. 15M players; $1.5B industry (North America)
• D. 30M players; $3B

Answer: (C)

This item tests the historical size of the fantasy sports market in North America, focusing on both how many people participated and how valuable the industry was in 2003. The widely cited figures show about 15 million players and an industry value around $1.5 billion in North America. Those two numbers go together, reflecting the level of activity and revenue sources at the time, such as entry fees, subscriptions, and advertising across online platforms and leagues. The option that pairs 15 million players with a $1.5 billion industry fits this established benchmark. The other options mismatch the known player count with the industry value, which is why they aren’t the correct pairing.