Twins are known to be super competitive with each other at times. Twins take the sibling rivalry a notch higher because they are often compared to each other and expected to be better than their counterparts. However, this pair of twins used healthy competition as a motivator to help each other excel in their academics.
To everyone’s astonishment, a pair of identical twins, Tan Xing Hong and Xing Han managed to score identical results for Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM). According to an article published by The Star, they successfully achieved a perfect cumulative grade point average (CGPA) score of 4.00 in their exams. Their alma mater SMJK Jit Sin has the highest number of candidates in Penang and it is also home to highest number of students achieving that perfect 4.0
Despite being in different classes, it certainly did not stop them from doing their twin magic. Healthy competition for this pair is when they study together and are willing to share new information and knowledge with each other. When asked what was the secret to their perfect score, Xing Hong had a very simple answer.
“We usually attend tuition classes together and do our revision after dinner. After school, we will study from 3pm to 7pm before we have our dinner,” said Xing Hong. However, they also added that they don’t study all the time. To strive for balance, the twins play sports and computer games in their free time.
The twins also shared a few tips that helped perfect their recipe for success. The twins would always approach their teachers or seek solutions online when they are met with academic questions that they couldn’t figure out. However, it’s not always rainbows and sunshine for this duo.
“We were stressed out when we started Form Six,” said Xing Hong. The brothers mutually agreed that it took them a while to gain their bearings in Form Six, especially during their first semester. Upon seeing the fruits of their labour, the duo were motivated to go the extra mile. This pair of aspiring engineers are hoping to further their studies in a public university.
According to State Education Department deputy director of student development sector Zahari Zakariah, Penang has experienced an increase in the number of candidates that scored a CGPA of 4.00 which is 60 students. It’s higher compared to last year’s 41 candidates.
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