Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Debunking the unnecessary

The word examination seem to mean so much to us. Since the age of 6 when we first went to primary school, examination has been the key buzzword.
Examinations is, as defined by wikipedia : an assesment often administered on paper or on the computer intended to measure the test-taker's knowledge, skills, aptitudes or classification in many other topics.
The measurement which is the goal of testing is called the test score. Basically, its a statistic which summarises what you have learnt in the examinable period of time. If you score in the upper percentile, you are what we call a distinction test score. Sad truth of the matter is, this grade sticks with you and skills and the ability to think is thought to be represented on this statistic data.
Its all mathematics. Examinations test a persons skill or caliber, and is irregardless, the measurement of which society takes. So lets all study hard because I don't want society giving me a kick in the ass.

All the best to those taking their major examination.

Hold the Fort while I'm away guys. Word out ner'vod.

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