Talks about his experience while sitting with the student union at a small liberal arts college when he noticed a grade history graph in a newspaper which piqued his interest. Being a scientist and loving numbers, Rojstaczer decided to investigate grade inflation. The first six paragraphs are well written and informative, all explained with figures that represent his argument. Begin by distinguishing the time period in which grade inflation began, then continue to discuss grade point average and how it varies from private, public, and peak state.