A student's draft for a college essay has exceeded the 650-word limit by 150 words. Which strategy is *least* effective for an advisor to suggest for reducing the word count while maintaining the essay's quality and personal voice?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Replacing specific, descriptive anecdotes with summaries often strips an essay of its unique voice, vividness, and the 'show, don't tell' elements, diminishing its quality rather than maintaining it during reduction.