1. What is a Grade Calculator with Weighted Percentage?

Definition: This calculator computes a final grade by combining multiple grades with their respective weightings.

Purpose: It helps students and educators determine overall grades when different assignments or exams contribute different percentages to the final grade.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Grade — Individual grade component (unitless)
• Weighted % — Percentage contribution of each component
• The sum of all weighted percentages should equal 100% for accurate results

Explanation: Each grade is multiplied by its weighting percentage, summed together, then divided by the total weighting to get the final grade.

3. Importance of Weighted Grade Calculation

Details: Proper grade calculation ensures fair assessment of student performance when different assignments have different importance levels.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter up to 3 grade components with their respective weightings. The calculator will compute the weighted average.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my weightings don't add up to 100%?
A: The calculator will still work, but results may not reflect your intended weighting scheme. For accurate results, ensure weightings sum to 100%.

Q2: Can I add more than 3 grade components?
A: This calculator handles up to 3 components. For more complex calculations, consider using a spreadsheet.

Q3: How are decimal grades handled?
A: Grades and weightings can be entered with up to 2 decimal places for precision.

Q4: What if I leave some fields blank?
A: Blank fields will be treated as 0. Only complete the fields you need.

Q5: Can this calculate letter grades?
A: This calculator provides numerical results. You would need to apply your institution's grading scale to convert to letter grades.