A university announces it is moving to a "test-optional" policy for the upcoming admissions cycle. How should a college counselor advise a student who has strong grades but achieved a standardized test score slightly below the university's average?
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
In a test-optional policy, students with strong academic profiles but lower-than-average test scores are often advised not to submit them. This allows their GPA, essays, and extracurriculars to take precedence.