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| Pitfall | Consequence | |---------|--------------| | | Fails impartiality; candidate would be sued by contractor. | | Not knowing specific clause numbers | Examiner assumes candidate cannot apply contract. | | Ignoring notice provisions | Even a valid EOT claim fails if notice was late. | | Confusing practical completion with defects liability | Wrong certificates issued. | | Recommending litigation without arbitration clause check | Shows lack of contract knowledge. | | Poor time management | Leaves whole sub-questions unanswered. | | Overlooking statutory duties (e.g., submitting occupancy permit application) | Real-world negligence. |

HKDSE English Paper 3 in a nutshell: 1️⃣ Panic when the audio starts. 2️⃣ Relief when you hear the answer key word. 3️⃣ Panic again when you realize you have to write 200 words in 15 minutes.