The context of the following conversation is Remy was prepared for the test and they took it and got a very good grade on it.:
Remy says Yes! I got an A on that Economics test!.
The friend responds Congrats! I know you studied all night for that one..
Remy responds I actually studied all week for that one! I needed that A to keep my GPA up there..
The friend responds You did a great job, I know your grades are important to you..
Remy responds Well it's just a waste of time if you aren't doing your best at what you are doing!.
The friend responds True, I like that philosophy!.