Pass-fail

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adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Describing a form of examination, etc. in which the student either passes or fails, without receiving a specific mark or grade. not-comparable

    "Many may argue that pass-fail is the “easy way out.” However, a pass-fail weeder class may be more helpful than a traditional weeder class. Pass-fail gives students flexibility and time to learn content and material at their own pace."

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"Many may argue that pass-fail is the “easy way out.” However, a pass-fail weeder class may be more helpful than a traditional weeder class. Pass-fail gives students flexibility and time to learn content and material at their own pace."

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