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GPA

Definition: GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student's academic performance, calculated by averaging the grades they have received in their courses.

1. Noun - Academic Performance

Definition: GPA refers to a student's overall academic performance, calculated by averaging the grades they have achieved in their courses.

Example Sentence: John's GPA of 3.8 reflects his consistent hard work and dedication towards his studies.

2. Noun - Grade Point Scale

Definition: GPA is also used to describe the scale on which grades are measured, typically ranging from 0.0 to 4.0, with 4.0 being the highest possible grade.

Example Sentence: In most universities, an A grade corresponds to a GPA of 4.0, while a B grade is usually equivalent to a GPA of 3.0.

3. Noun - Cumulative GPA

Definition: Cumulative GPA refers to the overall average of a student's grades throughout their academic career, considering all completed courses.

Example Sentence: Sarah's cumulative GPA improved significantly after she received excellent grades in all her core subjects.

4. Noun - Term GPA

Definition: Term GPA refers to the average grade a student achieves during a specific academic term, such as a semester or quarter.

Example Sentence: Mark's term GPA for the spring semester was lower than expected due to the challenging coursework.

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