1. What is Percentage Calculation for 5 Subjects?

Definition: This calculator computes the overall percentage score based on the total marks obtained across 5 subjects and the maximum possible marks per subject.

Purpose: It helps students and educators determine academic performance across multiple subjects.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( \% \) — Overall percentage
• \( Sum \) — Total marks obtained in all 5 subjects
• \( Max\ Mark \) — Maximum marks possible per subject

Explanation: The sum of marks is divided by the total possible marks (5 × maximum mark per subject) and multiplied by 100 to get percentage.

3. Importance of Percentage Calculation

Details: Percentage scores provide a standardized way to compare academic performance across different subjects and grading systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total marks obtained in all 5 subjects and the maximum marks per subject (default 100). All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if subjects have different maximum marks?
A: Use the weighted average method instead, or calculate each subject's percentage separately then average them.

Q2: How is this different from CGPA?
A: Percentage is a direct score calculation while CGPA is typically a grade point average on a different scale (like 4.0 or 10.0).

Q3: What's considered a good percentage?
A: This varies by institution, but generally: 60-79% = Good, 80-89% = Very Good, 90%+ = Excellent.

Q4: Can I use this for more than 5 subjects?
A: No, this calculator is specifically for 5 subjects. For different numbers, adjust the formula accordingly.

Q5: Does this account for credit hours or subject weight?
A: No, this is a simple average. For weighted calculations, use a weighted average calculator.