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Exam worry

So I was in my Maths Paper 1 exam the other day, and I had a hair clip in my hair to keep it out of my face. Once my invigilator said the exam was over, I put my equipment into my blazer pocket and took my hair clip out. I held the clip in my hand, and he came to collect our paper and saw the clip. Now, this clip was shiny, like the screen of a phone, and I'm worried he thought I was using my phone. I obviously didn't have my phone with me. It was in my bag, but what if he thought it was?
My question is, what would happen if he really did think this? Would he have spoken to me about it, or will I have to find out on results day? I'm so scared that I'm gonna get disqualified.

Reply 1

you're overthinking, you'll be fine, if you were being reported for malpractice your centre would tell you immediately

Reply 2

If they thought you were cheating they would pull you on it straight away and do an investigation/statement so I think you're fine and nothing to worry about. If he was concerned he would of asked to see it to clarify if it was a phone or a clip.

Reply 3

yes, would have likely done a search so they would have steady evidence

Reply 4

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by kbrown23x
So I was in my Maths Paper 1 exam the other day, and I had a hair clip in my hair to keep it out of my face. Once my invigilator said the exam was over, I put my equipment into my blazer pocket and took my hair clip out. I held the clip in my hand, and he came to collect our paper and saw the clip. Now, this clip was shiny, like the screen of a phone, and I'm worried he thought I was using my phone. I obviously didn't have my phone with me. It was in my bag, but what if he thought it was?
My question is, what would happen if he really did think this? Would he have spoken to me about it, or will I have to find out on results day? I'm so scared that I'm gonna get disqualified.


If the invigilator suspected anything they would’ve had to do an inspection and take pics of what you were holding as evidence. Dw about it!

Reply 5

Thank you for the replies, it has really calmed down my worries. I thought he would have questioned me but I just wanted to make sure. Thank you again! :smile:

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