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Common App - Why do you recommend to enter Weighted over Unweighted GPA?
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In the webinar on August 20, 5:00 pm EDT, Vinay Bhaskara states that in the Common App he recommends to enter the unweighted GPA. Could you elaborate on the reason of this recommendation.

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Unweighted GPA: 3.7
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SAT: 720 math
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