Report on Exam 1 Curve

The average score on Exam 1 was 60%, slightly higher than usual
but within the typical range.  If grades continue in this way,
I will have to curve the final scores when applying course letter
grades (as anticipated by the syllabus).

So that you can determine where you stand in PS 101, I have applied
my curving method to these exam scores.  The letters are not in any
sense binding, because right now the only official information you
can have is where you rank in the class.  But here are the
letter-grade estimates for the exam:

A	77 or higher
B	55 thru just short of 77
C	43 thru just short of 55
D	27 thru just short of 43
E	below a 27

You can use these scores as the estimate for your Midterm standing.
Or, if you would like to request an estimate that takes into account
any graded Response Papers, feel free to ask for that adjustment.
You must do so by Friday at noon, though, if you want the adjustment
reflected in your "official" Midterm Grade reported to the College.

steve