Students from Nguyen Du High School in Ba Ria-Vung Tau City, Ho Chi Minh City, reported that careful attention to the questions was crucial for achieving scores of 7 or 8 on today’s high school graduation mathematics exam. The feedback came immediately after students completed the afternoon examination. Students indicated that the exam was manageable for those who read the questions thoroughly. This suggests the exam focused on comprehension and application of learned concepts rather than complex problem-solving. The experience highlights the importance of test-taking strategies alongside mathematical knowledge. No information regarding the difficulty level of the exam overall was provided, only student perceptions of scoring potential. These initial reactions offer insight into the student experience during this important standardized test.