
A-levels, drowning and dress sizes
More or Less: Behind the Stats
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Gender Disparities in A-level Grades and Simpson's Paradox
Exploring the recent A-level results where boys have outperformed girls in achieving A-star or A grades for the first time in years, alongside an explanation of Simpson's Paradox through a choir master's selection process. The discussion also highlights disparities in subjects where girls excel over boys and touches on the impact of decreased swimming lessons on increased drownings in young people.
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