Originally Posted by Bean
I guess what I'm asking is- has anyone missed an opportunity because their grade was too high on paper?
Based on other information you've provided, a grade that is "too high on paper" may be indicative of lack of challenge in one's zone of proximal development. This can lead to onset of a fixed mindset, and underachievement (possibly combined with perfectionism and procrastination). If this occurs, there is a huge loss of opportunity.