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Early Decision (ED) differs from Early Action (EA) in that ED is:

A Non-binding and allows multiple applications
B Binding, meaning the student commits to enrolling if accepted and must withdraw other applications
C Available only to athletes
D The same as regular decision

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

ED = binding agreement to enroll if accepted; apply to only one ED school. EA = non-binding early notification; apply to multiple EA schools. REA/SCEA (Restrictive EA): non-binding but limits other early applications. Strategy: only ED your top choice if financial aid isn't a concern.

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