Oh boy, I don't even know where to start here. It isn't a cope, it is a more nuanced take.
Your take is so black and white that it only holds up if you almost willfully ignore all other context. Obvious things like different kids having a different home experience, exposure to different things outside of school, exposure to different things in the years leading up to pre-school, etc. These are just a few factors that actually heavily influence where someone starts and how easily they pick up some subjects. Then there is the fact that following the same curriculum or even being in the same class doesn't mean getting the same attention from teachers. In fact, ironically those with "more aptitude" sometimes get more attention further increasing their headstart.
I honestly want to invite you to go back, read my other comment again, actually take the time to internalize it then reply back again.
Because you are very close to actually agreeing with me. Specifically because you mention the practice and extra work bit. You just don't realize it yet.
Your take is so black and white that it only holds up if you almost willfully ignore all other context. Obvious things like different kids having a different home experience, exposure to different things outside of school, exposure to different things in the years leading up to pre-school, etc. These are just a few factors that actually heavily influence where someone starts and how easily they pick up some subjects. Then there is the fact that following the same curriculum or even being in the same class doesn't mean getting the same attention from teachers. In fact, ironically those with "more aptitude" sometimes get more attention further increasing their headstart.
I honestly want to invite you to go back, read my other comment again, actually take the time to internalize it then reply back again.
Because you are very close to actually agreeing with me. Specifically because you mention the practice and extra work bit. You just don't realize it yet.