(a) Respondent shall file an answer within 30 days of receipt of the complaint, unless otherwise specified in this title or ordered by the hearing officer.(b) The answer shall:(1) Respond specifically to each factual allegation contained in the complaint;(2) Specifically plead any affirmative defense; and(3) Set forth any mitigating factors or extenuating circumstances.(c) A general denial shall not be permitted. Allegations are admitted when not specifically denied in respondent's answer.