What should I answer to need-based financial aid question?

On the Common App, all schools ask, “Are you applying for need-based financial aid?” One of my schools also says “(Select yes if you will need financial aid to attend X University)” under that question.

Should I select yes if I’m completing the FAFSA and CSS profile, but I don’t actually require need-based financial aid to attend (and I don’t expect to receive any)? I filled out these forms because it’s a standard procedure and financial circumstances can change over the years.

If you’re not applying for FA that would be the place to say “No”.

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