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title: "Second, Incomplete Points Definition | Model Diplomat"
description: "'Second, incomplete points' means writing fewer points than the source supports in Shenlun exams, affecting scores for civil service candidates."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

TL;DR

- "Second, incomplete points" refers to a recurring Shenlun deduction problem where candidates write fewer answer points than the source material supports, sacrificing comprehensiveness and capping their score.
- Why does 'incomplete points' cost more marks than poor wording in Shenlun?
- What is the recommended method to avoid incomplete points?
- Where do candidates most often lose hidden points?
- Which Shenlun question types are most exposed to this failing?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

"Second, incomplete points" refers to a recurring Shenlun deduction problem where candidates write fewer answer points than the source material supports, sacrificing comprehensiveness and capping their score.

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