How hard is it to get a 99+ ATAR, like actually?

Lixin

Orb. Two things; what do you mean by tall-poppy syndrome? Also, that's literally so true. People would rather want to think of themselves as the student who doesn't study but still gets A+ as compared to the student who put in hard work to get A+. Personally, I would rather be known as the latter because that actually gives merit to my accomplishments. I can't understand why you would put in so much work and then tell everyone else you barely tried; I don't know if this study culture is good or bad. I think it could be seriously damaging to the students who tried really hard to only get like a B or a C, so I personally always tell my friends that I tried really hard for a test that I did good on; being honest, as you should do with anything in life.

Orb

@Lixin - from google: The tall poppy syndrome is a cultural phenomenon in which people hold back, criticise or sabotage those who have or are believed to have achieved notable success in one or more aspects of life, particularly intellectual or cultural wealth; "cutting down the tall poppy".

(not quoting in a sarcastic manner - moreso that the google definition is pretty appropriate!)

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