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Why do exam standards change?
Exam standards can change for various reasons, including curriculum updates, shifts in educational policy, or a deliberate effort to make papers more challenging. The story mentions the A-level maths paper being 'significantly more challenging', which could be a one-off or part of a broader trend, impacting how grades are awarded.
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