Suppose you were given the choice between taking classes where all the work was graded A, B, C, D and a course where you received a satisfactory or unsatisfactory, which would you choose? Why?
I would have to go with the standard grading scale of A, B, C, D because this way you are separated from the crowd; it isnt either you pass or fail. I rather have that A while a different student has a B. I like the right to earn my A over a B. There is just way more competition when there are more grades to choice from because if it was between pass or fail I wouldnt go my extra way to be a better passer but since I can go my extra to get a A over a B, I will do so.
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I too think the standard grading scale is better, even though pass or fail would require much less effort and be much easier for the student. Crowd separation is a good thing in this case.
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