33 out of 40 as a percentage
33 out of 40 is 82.5%, a B− on the standard grading scale. Passing at both 60% and 70%.
How it's calculated: 33 ÷ 40 = 0.825, and 0.825 × 100 = 82.5%.
33/40 on other grading scales
Compare the scalesGrading chart for a 40-question test
Every possible score on a 40-question test, by number wrong. Teachers: open it in the EZ grader to print it.
Questions about 33/40
Is 33 out of 40 a good grade?
Yes. It's a B− (82.5%): above average on most US scales and a passing grade everywhere. 34 out of 40 (85%) would make it a B.
Is 33 out of 40 passing?
Yes. 82.5% passes at both 60% (the usual D− cutoff) and 70% (the C cutoff many colleges use for pass/fail and major courses).
What is 33/40 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, a B− (82.5%) is worth 2.7 grade points. If your school doesn't use + and − grades, it's a B, worth 3.0. See the full GPA scale.
How much will a 33/40 affect my grade?
It depends on how much the test counts. If it's 10% of your grade and you have a 90% now, a 82.5% takes you to 89.25% (down 0.75 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 88.5%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.