1. What is a Weighted Grade Calculator?

Definition: This calculator computes your overall grade based on individual assignment scores and their respective weights in the course.

Purpose: It helps students track their academic progress and understand how different assignments contribute to their final grade.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Assignment % — Your score on each assignment (0-100%)
• Weight — The relative importance of each assignment
• Total Weight — Sum of all assignment weights

Explanation: Each assignment score is multiplied by its weight, these products are summed, then divided by the total weight to get the final grade.

3. Importance of Weighted Grades

Details: Many courses use weighted grading where different types of work (exams, homework, projects) contribute differently to your final grade.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Enter your percentage score for each assignment (0-100)
• Enter the weight for each assignment (e.g., 20 for 20%)
• Leave unused assignment fields blank
• Weights don't need to sum to 100 - the calculator normalizes them

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my weights add up to more than 100?
A: The calculator automatically normalizes the weights, so they can be any positive numbers.

Q2: How many assignments can I calculate?
A: This calculator handles up to 3 assignments. Leave unused fields blank.

Q3: What if I get 100% on one assignment but 0% on others?
A: Your final grade will depend on the weights. Higher weighted assignments affect your grade more.

Q4: Can I use this for non-percentage grades?
A: No, this calculator is designed for percentage-based grading systems.

Q5: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It's mathematically precise for the inputs provided, but always verify with your course syllabus.