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An essay that is technically perfect but completely impersonal and generic might raise what concern for an admissions committee?

A The student may lack the necessary academic rigor for college-level work.
B The student is primarily focused on individual achievement rather than community contribution.
C The student may have received excessive external help, undermining the authenticity of the submission.
D The student struggles with effective written communication despite appearing polished.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

An essay that is too polished and impersonal often signals that it might have been heavily edited or even written by someone other than the student, raising concerns about authenticity and academic integrity.

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