The correct answer is D: The applicant must show proof of the appropriate expired license grant and pass the current Element 2 exam. To obtain a new General class license after a previously held license has expired and the two-year grace period has passed, the applicant must show proof of the expired license grant and pass the current Element 2 exam. After the grace period, you must retake the Technician exam (Element 2) but can get credit for higher elements if you held them. For amateur radio operators, understanding this helps when renewing expired licenses.