> The thesis is not that these exercises are representative of work but rather predictive of performance. Well said. Just like in college, calculus (not analys

> The thesis is not that these exercises are representative of work but rather predictive of performance. Well said. Just like in college, calculus (not analysis) and organic chemistry are used as filter courses. Of course, why the two courses, especially organic chemistry, are so hard to American students is another topic. I personally think that it shows the failure of the education system of the US.