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Definition: This calculator determines your final course grade based on your pre-final grade, final exam score, and the weight of the final exam.
Purpose: It helps students estimate their final course grade and understand how different final exam scores will affect their overall performance.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates a weighted average where your pre-final grade counts for (1 - final weight) and your final exam counts for the final weight.
Details: Understanding how final exams affect your grade helps with study planning and setting realistic grade targets.
Tips: Enter your current grade (pre-final), the weight of the final exam (default 0.3 for 30%), and your expected final exam score. All values must be between 0-100% for grades and 0-1 for weight.
Q1: What if my final is worth more than 100% of my grade?
A: The final weight must be between 0 and 1 (0% to 100%). Values outside this range are invalid.
Q2: How do I find my pre-final grade?
A: This is typically your current grade in the course before taking the final exam.
Q3: What's a typical final exam weight?
A: Common weights are 20-40% (0.2 to 0.4), but check your course syllabus for exact values.
Q4: Can I use this for multiple weighted components?
A: This calculator is designed for a simple pre-final + final structure. For more complex grading systems, use a weighted average calculator.
Q5: Does this account for extra credit or curve?
A: No, this calculates based on the standard weighted formula without adjustments.