DA-073 - “The Changing GCSE Exam”
 

Object Class: Medium

Secure Containment Guidelines: 

DA-073 is to be stored within a reinforced containment chamber at Site-██. The containment chamber must be equipped with Faraday shielding to prevent any electromagnetic interference. Access to DA-073 requires Level 4 clearance, and any personnel attempting to access it must undergo thorough psychological evaluation before and after exposure. Any instances of DA-073-1 are to be immediately quarantined and treated accordingly. Testing on DA-073 is strictly forbidden.

Description:

DA-073 is a physical manifestation of a General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) examination paper. It resembles a standard GCSE examination booklet, labeled with the subject title "Superior Cognitive Proficiency Exam." The content of DA-073 is constantly changing and adapting, ensuring that it remains consistently challenging for any test-taker.

The primary anomalous property of DA-073 is its cognitohazardous nature. Any individual who attempts to read or answer questions within DA-073 becomes exposed to its effects. Exposure to DA-073 induces a range of cognitive abnormalities, including heightened anxiety, severe cognitive strain, memory distortion, and cognitive dissonance. Test-takers report feeling overwhelmed, as if the exam is testing their knowledge on subjects they have never encountered before. These effects are amplified in individuals with higher intellectual capabilities.

DA-073 also possesses a memetic effect, designated DA-073-1. Individuals exposed to DA-073-1 experience a compulsion to solve the exam, despite the extreme difficulty. This compulsion overrides their mental and physical well-being, leading to self-imposed isolation, neglect of basic needs, and obsession with exam preparation. DA-073-1 instances will often display signs of extreme stress, sleep deprivation, and deteriorating physical health.

Repeated exposure to DA-073 intensifies the cognitohazardous effects, pushing affected individuals to the brink of mental and physical collapse. In several cases, instances of DA-073-1 have resulted in permanent cognitive impairment, including memory loss, hallucinations, and in extreme cases, comatose states.

Addendum: Incident DA-073-1

On [DATE REDACTED], Dr. ██████, a Foundation researcher with Level 4 clearance, gained unauthorized access to DA-073 for research purposes. Dr. ██████ was known for his exceptional cognitive abilities and sought to analyze the exam's content. After reviewing DA-073, Dr. ██████ experienced immediate exposure to the cognitohazardous effects.

Over the following weeks, Dr. ██████ exhibited severe cognitive decline, displaying symptoms of paranoia, delusions, and memory loss. Despite containment efforts, his condition deteriorated rapidly, leading to a comatose state. Dr. ██████ remains in a persistent vegetative state as of the time of this report.

Lesson Learned:

DA-073 poses a significant threat to mental well-being and cognitive functionality. It is crucial to prevent unauthorized access to DA-073 and to prioritize the containment and treatment of individuals affected by its cognitohazardous properties. Any further research or testing involving DA-073 is suspended indefinitely.

Note: The existence of DA-073 serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of overreliance on standardized testing and the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between education and the well-being of individuals.