Question

You are wanting to improve your grade in a future class. Your goal is to have at least an 80% in this class.

After looking at your current grades, you see that you have earned a total of 232 points out of 300 total.
You have one more test that is worth 100 points.

Is it possible to raise your grade to an 80% after taking this test?
If so, what grade do you need on your test?

Answer 1

Yes,

You need 88 points.

Explanation:

What you need to do here is to set up an equation using algebra (I do this in my master's degree to determine my grade).

`(x)/(.80)` = 400

x = 320

Your target required points is 320.

320 - 232 = 88 points.

You need 88 points on the exam to get the 80%.