The Importance of Merit
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Why are we so big on the concept of merit? To be sure, merit is often determined by opportunities - it easier to get better grades if you are rich and have tutors. It would appear to be a biased concept to begin with. But why are we so into the concept to begin with? Is there value to a merit based system? Should we reward people who contribute or is there value in making sure everyone receives equal rewards regardless of their contribution?
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This solution discusses is there is value to the merit based system, and why so much importance is placed on merit. It also discusses if we should reward people who contribute or reward everyone regardless of their contribution. The solution includes examples.
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Merit is important because it is important to reward and ENCOURAGE good results. Certainly sometimes one might get better grades due to opportunities but as is often quoted, "chance favors a prepared mind" (Louis Pasteur). The most reliable way to get good results, and thus earn merit is through ...
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