Avid GPA Flashcard

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What does GPA stand for?

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Grade Point Average

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How is GPA calculated?

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GPA is calculated by assigning a numerical value to each letter grade and then averaging those values.

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What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?

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Weighted GPA takes into account the difficulty of the courses, while unweighted GPA treats all courses equally.

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What is the GPA scale on a unweighted GPA?

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The GPA scale ranges from 0.0 to 4.0.

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What is the GPA scale on a weighted GPA?

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The GPA scale ranges from 0.0 to 5.0.

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What is the highest possible weighted GPA?

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5.0

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What is the highest possible unweighted GPA?

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4.0

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How many decimal places are typically used in GPA calculations?

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2

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What is the minimum GPA to apply to a school in the CSU system?

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2.5

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What is the minimum GPA to apply to a school in the UC system?

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3.0