How to Calculate the Final Exam Grade You Need to Pass

Ever wondered what you need to score on your final exam to get an A or just pass the course? Here's the exact formula.

Formula

Required Final Exam Score = (Target Grade − (Current Grade × Current Weight)) ÷ Final Exam Weight

Example

• Your current grade: 78%
• Current work weight: 60%
• Final exam weight: 40%
• Your target grade: 80%

Required = (80 − (78 × 0.60)) ÷ 0.40 = (80 − 46.8) ÷ 0.40 = 33.2 ÷ 0.40 = 83%

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