score requires 70 to 80 points. The question then becomes, would you prefer a graduate who
understands at least 70 per cent of every essential theory, or a graduate whose minimum
requirement is to understand 40 per cent of a more in-depth course?
I do not think that the American degree is better than the British or Australian degree. They are
different. Both degrees require hard work and intellect. It is unfair to overlook an American
graduates achievements based on urban legend and myth. So, we should respect the fact that
American graduates can compete with anyone on the international circuit.
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