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    BoSers exposed.

    That's a load of crap!
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    BoSers exposed.

    Someone told me that low ranked school will inevitably hinder your chances of achieving a 99+ ATAR :(
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    BoSers exposed.

    Seriously! 462!! That cannot be right! The principal clearly stated that the rank of our school was amongst the top 100-150 schools Looks like I have to change schools :\ Honestly guys, Does the rank of your school matter?
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    2012 HSC BIOLOGY Marathon

    LOL! Really! No-one does BIO? o.O
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    BoSers exposed.

    Nope, I'm sure its 100-150 - on the basis of the school's achievement in the 2011 HSC!
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    BoSers exposed.

    Nope, that's 'Arthur Phillip' in Parramatta My schools ranked within the top 100-150
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    Email Tutoring: English Adv + Ext 1

    Hello, Do you mind sending me a sample of your essay, and what is your level of achievement in both Advanced and Extension English? Just curious
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    Have you read your texts for english?

    Just so I'm familiar with the text incase they pose questions which refer to specific chapters or elements :) + I have a listening/viewing task in approx 3 weeks, so I practice analysing and writing a response in 10 minutes:)
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    BoSers exposed.

    Parramatta partially Selective High School Can't believe they included "partially selective" in the school's name :O LOL :D
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    Have you read your texts for english?

    Read Frankenstein 4 times - read it briefly 1st time, 2nd 3rd 4th - analysis Now 5th to compare to BR :):) LOL No, I'm a not a psycho :P
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    2012 HSC BIOLOGY Marathon

    First question: Define Enantiostasis, and compare it with homeostasis. (3 marks) 2nd: Assess the role of the nervous system in maintaining Homeostasis (5 marks) 3: Explain how temperature and pH can denature enzymes (2 marks) Total: 10 marks. GO! After you have answered these questions...
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    Assesment worth 5%

    For instance, I had an exam for Bio, which did not even count towards the HSC, but I still revised, practised questions and answered each question to the best of my ability! I treat every assessment task like it is the final HSC - yes, it can be stressfull, but it motivates me to excel lol xD
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    Assesment worth 5%

    Remember, Ranks count. Someone may beat you by 5% ... So, it is critical to revise and answer each and every question to the best of your ability! Don't think about failing lol!! If you want fail, then why are you doing the subject? Ever thought about that? Aim high, be confident and improve...
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    Does anyone here go to swimming/athletics carnivals?

    Yes:) It's a nice, relaxing study free day:) Loved the swimming carnival this year! Best ever! Then, you return to 'HSC life'.
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    HSC 2012-2015 Chemistry Marathon (archive)

    Re: HSC 2012 Chemistry Marathon We started with the acidic environment, and we are up to the 3rd context point of Production of materials. We'll probably finish POM soon, and start Monitoring chemical... Or revise for Half yearlies
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    HSC 2012-2015 Chemistry Marathon (archive)

    Re: HSC 2012 Chemistry Marathon You have performed a practical on Esterfication. Outline and steps your undertook and assess the reliability, validity and accuracy of the experiment. Define pH? (Simple q:)) Discuss why the pipette and burette should be rinsed with the solution they will...
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    HSC 2012-2015 Chemistry Marathon (archive)

    Re: HSC 2012 Chemistry Marathon Explain why Sodium Hydorxide is not suitable to be used as a primary standard and justify your answer (3 marks) Define Le Chatlier's principle and outline the factors it effects. Analyse how neutralisation reactions can be used to minimise damages during...
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    All rounder?

    Sorry, I meant when they calculate your ATAR at UAC do they use raw HSC marks or HSC marks (moderated assessment mark + aligned mark) ?
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    All rounder?

    Hey guys, Just a question: So, your raw HSC mark and moderated assessment mark are used to calculate your ATAR right? However, my teacher has told me that no-one has ever achieved 90+ as a raw mark for English Advanced... The cut off was 75/105 apparently! So, does the ATAR calculator use...
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