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Which entity primarily determines the eligibility criteria and funding for state-specific grant programs, such as the Cal Grant in California or the Excelsior Scholarship in New York?

A The U.S. Department of Education.
B Individual colleges and universities.
C The legislative body and higher education agency of the respective state.
D Private scholarship organizations.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

State grant programs are funded and administered by individual state governments. Their legislative bodies and state higher education agencies set the specific eligibility requirements and funding levels.

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