36 out of 40 as a percentage
36 out of 40 is 90%, an A− on the standard grading scale. Passing at both 60% and 70%.
How it's calculated: 36 ÷ 40 = 0.9, and 0.9 × 100 = 90%.
36/40 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 36/40
Is 36 out of 40 a good grade?
Yes. 36 out of 40 is 90%, an A−: an excellent score on any common US grading scale.
Is 36 out of 40 passing?
Yes. 90% passes at both 60% (the usual D− cutoff) and 70% (the C cutoff many colleges use for pass/fail and major courses).
What is 36/40 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, an A− (90%) is worth 3.7 grade points. If your school doesn't use + and − grades, it's an A, worth 4.0. See the full GPA scale.
How much will a 36/40 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 90% takes you to 90% (up 0 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 90%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.