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As another phrased it: because that's the meta.

You have to excel in all coursework on the default track to competing in race of society. There are opt-outs/alternatives popping up, but they're not mainstream.

>>meowki+(OP)
Meanwhile, per the thread above, in Hoboken Nj 8% show math proficiency, yet 95% graduate.

There are two cultures in the US.