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As finals week approaches, students constantly ask themselves: "What do I need to score on this exam to keep my A?" or "What is the bare minimum score I need to pass this class?"

The Required Final Score Formula

Exam Score Needed = [Target Grade - (Current Grade × (1 - Weight))] ÷ Weight

Let's break down three typical scenarios based on different final exam weights:

Scenario A: 20% Final Exam Weight

Current Grade: 88% • Target: 90% (A-) • Exam Weight: 20% (0.20)

[90 - (88 × 0.80)] ÷ 0.20 = [90 - 70.4] ÷ 0.20 = 98.0% needed

Scenario B: 30% Final Exam Weight

Current Grade: 85% • Target: 80% (B- to maintain safety) • Exam Weight: 30% (0.30)

[80 - (85 × 0.70)] ÷ 0.30 = [80 - 59.5] ÷ 0.30 = 68.3% needed

Scenario C: 40% Heavy Comprehensive Final

Current Grade: 72% • Target: 75% (Passing C) • Exam Weight: 40% (0.40)

[75 - (72 × 0.60)] ÷ 0.40 = [75 - 43.2] ÷ 0.40 = 79.5% needed

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What is the formula to find the final exam grade needed?
Score Needed = [Desired Final Grade - (Current Grade × (1 - Exam Weight))] ÷ Exam Weight. Express weights as decimals (e.g. 25% = 0.25).
What if my final exam is worth 40%?
When a final exam is worth 40%, current coursework represents 60%. If your current grade is 80% and you want an 85%, calculate: [85 - (80 × 0.60)] ÷ 0.40 = [85 - 48] ÷ 0.40 = 92.5%.