Definition
A grade point average scale that assigns higher numerical point values to advanced, Honors (+0.5), and Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses (+1.0), reaching maximums of 5.0.
Practical Classroom Example
An A in an AP class provides 5.0 quality points instead of the standard 4.0 points.
Mathematical Formula
\text{Quality Points} = \text{Base Points} + \text{Course Rigor Weight}Calculate This Metric
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