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Yes, unfortunately my hypothesis is confusing. So let's change it.
They are 100% equally qualified, except the non-URM has an SAT 10 points higher.
From the words of MLK:
"I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character."
Whether using URM to discriminate or whether using URM to favor, you are judging by their physical characteristics and not their character. That is wrong, especially when those involved grew up in the same neighborhood, school, etc..... (in other words - they had the same opportunity).
And yes, two candidates growing up on the same block, attending the same schools.. the Academy has selected the URM...
Oh, I see now. You're right. What was I thinking?