*Question G1D11:
[97.505] What action is required to obtain a new General class license after a previously held license has expired and the two-year grace period has passed?*  

*Correct Answer is  D: The applicant must show proof of the appropriate expired license grant and pass the current Element 2 exam*  

### AI Response: (may contain errors)  

To obtain a new General class license after a previously held license has expired and the two-year grace period has passed, the correct action is:

- **Correct Answer: D**: The applicant must show proof of the appropriate expired license grant and pass the current Element 2 exam.

### Explanation:

1. **Why the correct answer is correct:**
   - When a license has expired and the two-year grace period has passed, the FCC requires the applicant to demonstrate that they previously held the license. Additionally, they must pass the current Element 2 exam, which is the Technician class exam. This is because the Element 2 exam is the entry-level requirement for obtaining any amateur radio license.

2. **Why the other choices are incorrect:**
   - **Choice A**: A letter from the FCC is not sufficient. The applicant must provide proof of the expired license and pass the Element 2 exam.
   - **Choice B**: Simply showing a copy of the expired license is not enough. The applicant must also pass the Element 2 exam.
   - **Choice C**: The FCC does not reinstate licenses that have expired beyond the grace period. The applicant must follow the process of showing proof and passing the exam.

### Key Points:
- **Element 2 Exam**: This is the current Technician class exam, which is required to be passed to re-enter the amateur radio service.
- **Proof of Expired License**: Documentation showing that the applicant previously held the appropriate license class is necessary.

This process ensures that the applicant is up-to-date with current regulations and knowledge required for amateur radio operation.