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A college advisor discovers a significant discrepancy between a student's self-reported grades and their official transcript. What is the most ethical course of action for the advisor?

A Correct the discrepancy quietly without informing the student, to protect their chances of admission.
B Advise the student to correct the discrepancy immediately and explain the importance of academic integrity.
C Ignore the discrepancy, as admissions offices will verify official transcripts anyway.
D Contact the admissions office to report the student's dishonesty.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Academic integrity is paramount. The advisor's ethical responsibility is to guide the student towards honesty and self-correction, educating them on the consequences of misrepresentation in the application process.

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