1. What is a Weighted Assignment Grade Calculator?

Definition: This calculator computes the weighted average grade based on assignment scores and their respective weights.

Purpose: It helps students and educators determine final grades when different assignments contribute different amounts to the total grade.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Grade — Final weighted grade (percentage)
• Assignment — Individual assignment score (percentage)
• Weight — Relative importance of each assignment
• Total Weight — Sum of all weights

Explanation: Each assignment score is multiplied by its weight, these products are summed, and then divided by the total of all weights.

3. Importance of Weighted Grades

Details: Weighted grades accurately reflect course performance when different assignments have different importance, such as exams being worth more than quizzes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter assignment scores as percentages (0-100) and their corresponding weights. You can calculate with just one assignment or add more as needed.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my weights don't add up to 100?
A: The calculator normalizes the weights automatically. The relative proportions matter more than the absolute numbers.

Q2: Can I add more than two assignments?
A: This version supports two assignments, but you can chain calculations by using the result as one assignment and adding another.

Q3: How should I determine weights?
A: Weights should reflect the relative importance of each assignment as specified in your course syllabus.

Q4: What if I get 100% on everything?
A: Your weighted grade will be 100% regardless of weights, since all assignments are perfect.

Q5: Does this work for non-percentage grades?
A: The calculator expects percentage inputs, but you could adapt it for point-based systems by entering raw scores.