How does this quote by paul harvey, "in times like these, it is to remember that there have always been times like these." relate to social studies?

Javier is considering two options for college. option a: complete the first two years of schooling at a community college and then transfer to a university. option b: complete all four years of schooling at the university. community college financial analysis costs per year financial aid package per year tuition & fees scholarships & grants $3,000 $1,000 room & board $1,000 university financial analysis costs per year financial aid package per year tuition & fees scholarships & grants $10,000 $15,000 room & board work-study $11,500 $4,000 which statement about the cost of the options is true? option b will save him $1,000. option b will save him $2,000. option a will save him $14,000. option a will save him $17,500.