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Girls in England lag behind boys in maths and science study

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88% Informative

Girls in England lag behind boys in maths and science subjects, study finds.

Gap in Year 9 maths in England was wider than in any other country taking part in study.

Girls' confidence and sense of belonging could be possible reasons why girls' performance has suffered.

Government says it will continue to promote science, technology, engineering and maths.

VR Score

96

Informative language

98

Neutral language

74

Article tone

formal

Language

English

Language complexity

41

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not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

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short-lived

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1

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