Should You Waive Your Right to See Your Letters of Recommendation

question 20

Multiple Choice

Should you waive your right to see your letters of recommendation?

• A) No. This practice violates your personal rights.
• B) No. The practice is an illegal one and should be discontinued.
• C) Yes. To do so signals your trust in the relationship with your recommender.
• D) Yes. Letter writers typically give you a copy of what they say, making the waiver meaningless.

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