RECORD pass rates for Scots pupils have reignited the debate over the value of exams.
This year, pass rates have gone up for all exams set by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) apart from Intermediate 2 and the Scottish Baccalaureate.
The largest jump was at Higher, where nearly 77% passed, compared to just 70% in 2000 when the new exams were first introduced.
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