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"Ofqual stated that 12 identified mistakes in the papers and mark schemes resulted in some students being issued incorrect grades. Two errors discovered only after results day meant 37 students saw their final grades increase by one."
"Institute of Physics chief executive Tom Grinyer said it is important these issues are not repeated in future to avoid jeopardising growing demand among students for physics."
"Amanda Swann, Ofqual's executive director for delivery, said: Students deserve quality exam assessment materials. These unacceptable failures caused anxiety for students during their exams."
The Independent focuses on essential issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism. Donations support on-the-ground reporting. Cambridge OCR was fined for errors in its 2025 physics A-level and AS-level papers, which led to incorrect grades for some students. Ofqual identified 12 mistakes, with two errors discovered post-results day affecting 37 students. The Institute of Physics stresses the need for quality assessments to maintain student interest in physics, while Ofqual highlights the anxiety caused by these failures.
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