Context: Naturally , my curiosity became a hobby , and the hobby blossomed into passion . Now , it 's general knowledge that the game of golf is a pretty expensive game : clubs , balls , sportswear , and ( the champion of them all ) driving range membership . Being a thrifty consumer , I scouted the internet to see if I can get any tips on golfing without having to spend hundreds , or even thousands , on lessons that would probably hurt my back , my ego and my wallet .

Question: Why is the game of golf a pretty expensive game ?
Options:
0. Because the equipment costs a lot of money .
1. Because I am a thrifty consumer .
2. Because my curiosity became a hobby .
3. Because it 's general knowledge .
Answer: 0