Despite a setback in the specialized math exam, Dang Phuc, the top scorer in the general 10th grade entrance exam, has decided to pursue a specialized math class to achieve his future dream of becoming a doctor.

Ngo Si Lien high school, a top institution in the former Bac Giang province, surprisingly announced the lowest admission score in the entire province, averaging only 3,13 points per subject.

Nguyen Duc Nhat Vuong secured the top spot in the specialized mathematics entrance exam for Luong The Vinh High School for the Gifted with 46,25 out of 50 points, mirroring his older brother's achievement two years prior.

Over 150,000 candidates completed the math exam after 120 minutes, with most concluding the public 10th grade entrance exam in Ho Chi Minh City.

The specialized math entrance exam for 10th grade at Quoc Hoc Hue High School for the Gifted comprised 6 problems, with the geometry problem carrying the most weight at 3 points.