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Which of the following factors is most commonly used by state grant programs to determine eligibility for their financial aid?

A The student's participation in NCAA Division I athletics.
B The student's residency within the state.
C The student's preference for an out-of-state institution.
D The student's score on a national standardized exam (e.g., SAT/ACT).

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

State grant programs are almost universally tied to state residency. To qualify for financial aid offered by a particular state, students typically must be legal residents of that state, intending to attend an in-state institution.

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