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FairPartially Successful

3.0/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric

The response is clear and relevant, with some engagement with a classmate's perspective. However, it lacks specific examples and contains minor grammatical errors, which limit its effectiveness. More detailed support and improved accuracy would enhance the response.

Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate

19 / 30

legacy comparison · pre-2026 scale

Content

3/5

Breakdown

Clear purpose3/5
Complete response3/5
Addresses requirements3/5

Working well

  • Logical conclusion — “Taking everything into consideration, providing accessible mental health support is a beneficial approach because it helps students manage stress and improve their academic performance.

To improve

  • Lack of specific examples Try: Provide a specific example or statistic, such as 'For example, a study at XYZ University showed that students who used mental health services had a 15% higher GPA on average.'

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