Exam Weighting
Definition
Exam weighting refers to the allocation of points or marks given to each section or topic in an exam. It determines how much each part contributes to the overall score.
Related terms
Scoring Rubric: A scoring rubric provides guidelines and criteria for evaluating student performance in exams or assignments.
Grading Scale: This refers to the range of scores used to assign letter grades (e.g., A, B, C) based on students' performance.
Weighted Average: In some cases, exams may have different weightings assigned to them throughout the semester. A weighted average calculates the overall grade by considering these varying weights.
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Additional resources (4)
AP Computer Science A - Unit 3 Overview: Boolean Expressions and if Statements
AP Computer Science A - Unit 4 Overview: Iteration
AP Computer Science A - Unit 6 Overview: Array
AP Computer Science A - Unit 8 Overview: 2D Array
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