Overview & Core Concept
Comparing point accumulation vs percentage category weighting.
Mathematical Formula
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Weighted system
Categories hold predetermined percentage shares.
Unweighted system
Every assignment or raw point holds identical value.
Realistic Worked Example
Comparison
10 homeworks (100 pts) with 100%, 1 exam (100 pts) with 50%.
- Unweighted: 150/200 = 75%
- Weighted (Exam 70%): (100 * 0.3) + (50 * 0.7) = 65%
Weighted system drops grade by 10 percentage points.
Key Takeaways
- Prioritize study time on high-weight components.
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