final grade
[/ˈfaɪnəl ɡreɪd/]
nounpl: final grades
nota final
1. The overall grade or score received at the end of a course, semester, or academic period, typically calculated from multiple assessments
My final grade in calculus was an A because I scored well on the midterm and final exam.
Minha nota final em cálculo foi A porque tirei boas notas no exame intermediário e na prova final.
2. The cumulative score that determines a student's performance in a particular subject or class
The final grade is weighted 40% from homework, 30% from the midterm, and 30% from the final exam.
A nota final é ponderada em 40% de lições de casa, 30% do exame intermediário e 30% da prova final.
In Brazil, final grades (notas finais) are crucial for student progression and are typically announced at the end of each semester. Schools often have grading scales ranging from 0-10 or percentage-based systems. In the USA, final grades significantly impact GPA and transcript records, affecting college admissions and future opportunities. The concept is fundamental to both educational systems and carries considerable weight in academic achievement.
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