My school uses a different grading system, and I have a 4 out of 5 in one of my classes. What letter grade would this roughly correspond to? I need this info to understand my class ranking better.
A 4 out of 5 grading scale can be interpreted as an 80% or a B grade. In most traditional grading systems, letter grades correspond to specific ranges of percentages:
- A: 90-100%
- B: 80-89%
- C: 70-79%
- D: 60-69%
- F: below 60%
In your case, having a 4 out of 5 indicates that you've achieved 80% of the maximum possible points, placing you in the B grade range. However, keep in mind that different schools might have varying grade scales, so it's always a good idea to consult with your school's guidance counselor or registrar for an accurate conversion specific to your institution.
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