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Why resit a GCSE?

Students who don't achieve a grade 4 or higher in Maths GCSE after age 16 are often required to resit the exam. This is because a grade 4 is generally considered a 'standard pass' and is crucial for many post-16 education courses, apprenticeships, and job opportunities. The story mentions slightly fewer pupils reached grade 4 this year.