Hey everyone, I've been trying to figure out how the GPA system works. My grades have been mostly Bs. I think a B is considered a 3.0 but I'm not entirely sure. Can anyone clarify this for me?
You're correct in your breakdown. In a typical unweighted GPA scale, a Letter Grade 'B' is indeed equivalent to a 3.0. This means that if all your grades are 'Bs', your GPA would be a 3.0.
However, keep in mind this is relevant to an unweighted GPA scale where grades aren't adjusting for course rigor. If you're taking weighted courses such as Honors or Advanced Placement (AP), a 'B' might translate to a higher number. For example, some schools might assign a 3.5 to a B in an Honors class and a 4.0 to a B in an AP course. Rules can vary by high school, so check with your counselor to get the exact breakdown for your school.
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