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What is the GPA equivalent of a B average?

Hey! Recently I've been thinking about how my letter grades might translate into a GPA. Do any of you have an idea about what the GPA equivalent of a 'B' average might be? Any pointers would be helpful! Thanks in advance.

3 months ago

In most conventional grading scales, a 'B' average usually translates to a GPA ranging from 3.0 to 3.3. This can slightly vary based on how your particular institution or school system weights their grading scale.

- For instance, a 'B+' is often rated as a 3.3,

- a straight 'B' is usually a 3.0,

- and a 'B-' could translate to a 2.7.

Keep in mind, this is a rough estimation and your particular school's grading policy could be slightly different. Always double-check with school administrators or the official grading policy to be sure.

3 months ago

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