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For an IELTS Writing band of 7.0+, a candidate should:

AUse only short simple sentences for clarity
BUse only long complex sentences for sophistication
CMix simple, compound, and complex sentences naturally
DUse exclusively passive voice constructions
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Mix simple, compound, and complex sentences naturally
**Band 7+ requires sentence variety:** simple + compound + complex used naturally. Too many simple = lower band. Too many complex (forced) = also lower band.
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