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By TIMES WIRES
Published December 1, 2006
What percentage of aou armed forces are college graduates? Which branch has the most? About 17 percent of the active-duty military have bachelor's or graduate degrees, according to the Defense Department. The Marine Corps has the most. Of those deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere around the world as of Sept. 30, the figure is 16 percent. The Census Bureau reports 28 percent of Americans have at least a bachelor's degree. Compiled from Times staff and wires. To submit a question, e-mail answers@tampabay.com visit tampabay.com or call 727 893-8179, toll-free 1-800-333-7507, ex. 8179.
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by aldo
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12/01/06 09:46 PM
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Did you check the Coast Guard?
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