Is 95% on a mid-term really that bad?

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In summary, the speaker had a mid-term analysis exam where they misread a question and couldn't fix the mistake due to lack of time. They believe they will receive a 95% score, which they know is great but can't stop thinking about the mistake. The speaker is asking for advice, to which the other person responds that a 95% is still a great score and there is no need to worry about it. They also remind the speaker that no one is perfect and it's important to set achievable standards.
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I had an analysis mid-term today. I misread a question and while checking my test over, I realized I had misread it, but there wasn't enough time to fix the mistake. I will get partial marks on the question. I feel like I will probably be getting a 95% or so, which I know is great, but for some silly reason I can't get it off my mind.

I always tell myself that if I know I can get 100%, which I know I could've gotten on the test, then there is no excuse to get below that, and right now this is really bugging me.

Any advice?
 
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A 95% is a great score. No one is perfect. We should hold ourselves to a high standard, but not one that is unachievable.

There is no need to worry about it.
 
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seriously, get over it.
 
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I've never scored 100% on an exam, and it's not done me any harm. 5% is not going to make any difference in the long run.
 

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