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A merit scholarship is awarded based on:

A Only financial need
B Academic achievement, talent, leadership, or other accomplishments regardless of financial need
C Only athletic ability
D Only ethnicity

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Merit scholarships: based on achievement (academic, athletic, artistic, leadership). No need requirement. Sources: colleges (automatic for GPA/test scores), private organizations, community foundations. Stack with need-based aid. Check renewal requirements (GPA minimum).

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