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Edwin Rivera
924 PointsWhat is the purpose of the point system you earn after each segment?
Is it just to make you feel better? I've seem some answers pose that people will cheat for points?
Are these points worth something people will cheat for?
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Ron McCranie
7,837 PointsIt's to gamify the whole learning experience to keep you involved and excited.
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christopher walsh
10,763 Pointswithout points, what is the purpose?
Edwin Rivera
924 PointsEdwin Rivera
924 PointsOh i see. Thanks for quick answer.