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Read this excerpt from a newspaper article:

“It’s very much like having a restaurant critic come to your restaurant,” explained Joy McPherson, a member of the repertory theater board of directors. “Anonymity is important. You want to get an authentic performance so that you can judge it accordingly.”

Which word could best replace the word authentic in the last sentence and provide the most positive connotation?


A. authoritative

B. factual

C. genuine

D. legitimate