Even with Mrs. Ramos’s guidance, though, the first time I baked a chocolate cake, it was less than successful. The top never rose, so I was stuck with a pancake-inspired chocolate lump. That experience, and baking in general, taught me that the little details matter. The difference between half a teaspoon and a whole teaspoon is everything in the baking world. Additionally, my first failed attempt taught me perseverance. Seeing Mrs. Ramos’s perfectly sculptured, tasty work of art piqued my interest and curiosity, and I knew that with hard work, my desserts would get there someday, too. What does the writer hope to convey through the specific details in the passage? Check all that apply.

that his or her skills have surpassed Mrs. Ramos’s
that he or she has learned a lot about baking through failure
that failure inspires new types of cakes
that he or she appreciates the value of hard work
that some dreams are unattainable