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When advising a student struggling to choose a Common Application essay topic from the given prompts, what is the MOST effective advice an advisor can offer?

A Choose the prompt that allows for the most complex vocabulary and intellectual concepts.
B Select the prompt that enables them to detail their highest academic achievement or extracurricular role.
C Pick the prompt that resonates most with a significant personal reflection, growth experience, or challenge overcome.
D Write an essay on any topic they like and then try to adapt it to the closest prompt.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Effective essays often stem from genuine personal reflections and experiences that reveal character, introspection, and growth, rather than just listing achievements or demonstrating vocabulary.

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