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One of my many weaknesses is taking tests. Physically taking tests brings me anxiety, which ultimately doesn’t end in my favor. Yet, it gives me a sense of confidence while taking the actual test, leading me to believe that I actually might have passed. When getting the results back turmoil floods over me; I thought I could have achieved a higher score than I received. This has been/is a major issue for me through these past years.
Anatomy was an easy class for many, and I would like to say so myself. I would obtain high A’s and B’s when working on projects, labs, and homework. When it came time for tests my mind would completely shut down and go blank. My average test grade in her class would have to be a C, which personally I wasn’t ok

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