159 out of 252 = 63.10%
If you scored 159 points out of a possible 252 points, your percentage grade is 63.10%, which is a D letter grade with a GPA of 1.0.
Standard US Scale
4.0 Scale
Grade Description
Needs Improvement - Barely meets minimum requirements with significant gaps.
Improvement Tips
- Meet with your teacher to create an improvement plan
- Establish a daily study routine with specific goals
- Find a tutor or study partner to help with challenging topics
- Break down complex topics into smaller, manageable parts
Detailed Grade Table
| Grade | Correct | Incorrect | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ | 245 to 252 | 0 to 7 | 97.00 to 100.00 |
| A | 235 to 244 | 8 to 17 | 93.00 to 96.99 |
| A- | 227 to 234 | 18 to 25 | 90.00 to 92.99 |
| B+ | 220 to 226 | 26 to 32 | 87.00 to 89.99 |
| B | 210 to 219 | 33 to 42 | 83.00 to 86.99 |
| B- | 202 to 209 | 43 to 50 | 80.00 to 82.99 |
| C+ | 195 to 201 | 51 to 57 | 77.00 to 79.99 |
| C | 184 to 194 | 58 to 68 | 73.00 to 76.99 |
| C- | 177 to 183 | 69 to 75 | 70.00 to 72.99 |
| D+ | 169 to 176 | 76 to 83 | 67.00 to 69.99 |
| D | 159 to 168 | 84 to 93 | 63.00 to 66.99 |
| D- | 152 to 158 | 94 to 100 | 60.00 to 62.99 |
| F | 0 to 151 | 101 to 252 | 0.00 to 59.99 |
Your grade of 63.10% (D) is highlighted in the table above. The "Correct" and "Incorrect" columns show the equivalent number of questions for your total of 252 points.
To calculate 159 out of 252 as a percentage, you divide 159 by 252 and then multiply by 100:
This calculation gives you your percentage score, which can then be converted to a letter grade based on your school or institution's grading scale.
Step-by-step explanation:
- Divide the points earned (159) by the total points possible (252):
159 ÷ 252 = 0.6310 - Multiply the result by 100 to get the percentage:
0.6310 × 100 = 63.10% - Convert the percentage to a letter grade using the standard scale:
63.10% = D
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A score of 159 out of 252 (63.10%) has different implications depending on the educational context:
| Context | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Homework Assignment | Basic understanding with significant gaps |
| Quiz or Test | Minimal preparation with significant gaps |
| Final Exam | Basic understanding of core concepts |
| Course Grade | Minimal acceptable performance |
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