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Final Grade Calculator

Use this calculator to find out the grade needed on the final exam in order to get a desired grade in a course. It accepts letter grades, percentage grades, and other numerical inputs.

Related GPA Calculator

The calculators above use the following letter grades and their typical corresponding numerical equivalents based on grade points.

Brief history of different grading systems

In 1785, students at Yale were ranked based on "optimi" being the highest rank, followed by second optimi, inferiore (lower), and pejores (worse). At William and Mary, students were ranked as either No. 1, or No. 2, where No. 1 represented students that were first in their class, while No. 2 represented those who were "orderly, correct and attentive." Meanwhile at Harvard, students were graded based on a numerical system from 1-200 (except for math and philosophy where 1-100 was used). Later, shortly after 1883, Harvard used a system of "Classes" where students were either Class I, II, III, IV, or V, with V representing a failing grade. All of these examples show the subjective, arbitrary, and inconsistent nature with which different institutions graded their students, demonstrating the need for a more standardized, albeit equally arbitrary grading system.

In 1887, Mount Holyoke College became the first college to use letter grades similar to those commonly used today. The college used a grading scale with the letters A, B, C, D, and E, where E represented a failing grade. This grading system however, was far stricter than those commonly used today, with a failing grade being defined as anything below 75%. The college later re-defined their grading system, adding the letter F for a failing grade (still below 75%). This system of using a letter grading scale became increasingly popular within colleges and high schools, eventually leading to the letter grading systems typically used today. However, there is still significant variation regarding what may constitute an A, or whether a system uses plusses or minuses (i.e. A+ or B-), among other differences.

An alternative to the letter grading system

Letter grades provide an easy means to generalize a student's performance. They can be more effective than qualitative evaluations in situations where "right" or "wrong" answers can be easily quantified, such as an algebra exam, but alone may not provide a student with enough feedback in regards to an assessment like a written paper (which is much more subjective).

Although a written analysis of each individual student's work may be a more effective form of feedback, there exists the argument that students and parents are unlikely to read the feedback, and that teachers do not have the time to write such an analysis. There is precedence for this type of evaluation system however, in Saint Ann's School in New York City, an arts-oriented private school that does not have a letter grading system. Instead, teachers write anecdotal reports for each student. This method of evaluation focuses on promoting learning and improvement, rather than the pursuit of a certain letter grade in a course. For better or for worse however, these types of programs constitute a minority in the United States, and though the experience may be better for the student, most institutions still use a fairly standard letter grading system that students will have to adjust to. The time investment that this type of evaluation method requires of teachers/professors is likely not viable on university campuses with hundreds of students per course. As such, although there are other high schools such as Sanborn High School that approach grading in a more qualitative way, it remains to be seen whether such grading methods can be scalable. Until then, more generalized forms of grading like the letter grading system are unlikely to be entirely replaced. However, many educators already try to create an environment that limits the role that grades play in motivating students. One could argue that a combination of these two systems would likely be the most realistic, and effective way to provide a more standardized evaluation of students, while promoting learning.

Grade Calculator

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Understanding how to calculate your current grade in a course is advantageous for planning what you need to achieve your goal’s overall course grade. The following Grade Calculator serves as an easy-to-use helpful tool to calculate your current grade of the course before the final examination.  

What is a Grade Calculator?  

A Grade Calculator is a free online tool designed to help students and educators determine academic grades based on entered scores and weights. It simplifies the process of calculating current grades, helping users navigate their academic journeys.   

The Grade Calculator helps students estimate the impact of each assignment on their course’s weighted average grade. That means the overall grade of a course depends on 2 main factors: the grade of each assignment (g) and the corresponding weight of each assignment (w).  

A Grade calculator helps you find your current average score in a course based on completed assignments up to the current point in the semester. The Final grade calculator then calculates the score you need to achieve in your remaining assignment (the final exam) to reach your desired grade of the course

How to Use a Grade Calculator?  

Using a Grade Calculator is a straightforward process that involves entering relevant information about your academic performance. To utilize this calculator, input your current percentage for each assignment, test, or exam, along with its respective weight towards your final grade. For each additional assignment, test, or exam, click on "Add Assignment." Your results will automatically update as you input each component , allowing you to track your progress throughout the course.  

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use a Grade Calculator:  

Step 1: Input the Assignments.  

Users manually enter the name of each assignment, for example: Assignment 1, 2, 3, Homework, Final Exam, etc.  

Step 2: Input the grade.  

Enter their scores for each assignment, test, project, or other exam throughout the course. Each entry typically includes the earned percentage (10%, 30%, 50%, etc.), letter (A+, B-, D, etc.), or points (20, 50, 175, etc.).  

Step 3: Input the weight.  

Enter the weight of that assignment into the overall course grade. The weight indicates that different assignments may have varying impacts on the final grade. A final exam might have a higher weight than a small task.  

Step 4: Calculate the grade automatically.  

The tool then automatically calculates the cumulative grade based on the entered grades and weights. Users can see their current grade as well as how each assignment contributes to the overall grade.  

Step 5: Adjust as needed.  

Users can adjust grades or weights to see how changes impact the overall course performance. This dynamic feature allows for real-time exploration of different scenarios, helping users make informed decisions about their academic strategy and goal achievement.  

Weighted Grade Calculation: Formula and Example  

The calculation of a weighted grade involves summing the products of the weights (w) and the corresponding grades (g).  

Weighted Grade = (w₁ × g₁ + w₂ × g₂ + w₃ × g₃ + …) / (g₁ + g₂ + g₃ +...)  

Example 1: Grade type: Percentage  

Determine the weighted grade of a course, in which:  

• Assignment with a grade (percentage) of 80 and a weight of 30.  
• Homework with a grade (percentage) of 90 and a weight of 20.  
• Final exam with a grade (percentage) of 72 and a weight of 50.  

The weighted average grade is determined by the formula:  

Weighted Grade = (w₁ × g₁ + w₂ × g₂ + w₃ × g₃ + …) / (w₁ + w₂ + w₃+...)  

Substituting the values:  

Weighted Grade = (30 × 80 + 20 × 90 + 50 × 72) / (30 + 20 + 50) = 78  

Example 2: Grade type: Letter  

• Assignment 1 with a grade (letter) of A+ and a weight of 20.  
• Assignment 2 with a grade (letter) of B and a weight of 20.  
• Final exam with a grade (letter) of C- and a weight of 60.  

The weighted average grade of the course is calculated by the formula:

Weighted Grade = (w₁ × g₁ + w₂ × g₂ + w₃ × g₃ + …) / (w₁ + w₂ + w₃ +...)  

Weighted Grade = (20 × 4.33 + 20 × 3.00 + 60 × 1.67) / (20 + 20 + 60) = 2.64   

The table below shows how your letter grades convert to a numeric grade (4.0 scale) and percentage grade (% scale):  

Example 3: Grade type: Point  

Consider the following case:  

• For Assignment 1, the grade is 60 out of 80.  
• For Assignment 2, the grade is 30 out of 50.  
• For Homework, the grade is 120 out of 120.  
• For the Final exam, the grade is 60 out of 100.  

The formula to calculate the weighted average grade is:  

Weighted Grade = sum of real grade / sum of maximum grade  

Weighted Grade = (60 + 30 + 120 + 60) / (80 + 50 + 120 + 100) = 77.14  

Important Role of the Grade Calculator in Academic Path  

The Grade Calculator functions as a flexible tool that aids both educators and students, fostering efficiency and transparency. Knowing the average grade is essential for strategic decision-making in scenarios and setting achievable academic goals.  

Scenario Planning:  

Some Grade Calculators allow users to experiment with different scenarios. For instance, students can input hypothetical scores for future assignments or exams to see how they would impact their final grade. This helps in understanding how adjustments to upcoming assessments may impact the overall class performance.  

Teachers can use a Grade Calculator to streamline the grading process. By inputting scores and weights, the tool can quickly calculate overall grades, saving time and ensuring accuracy.  

Goal Setting:    

Users can set grade goals and determine the scores needed on upcoming assessments to achieve those goals. This application is particularly helpful for students who aim for a specific final course grade. Goal-setting helps students set realistic academic goals and understand the scores needed to achieve them. Knowing their current grade and having the ability to plan for future assessments can reduce stress for students.  

The Grade calculator provides the average score for a specific course. Students can use this result to calculate their GPA, which represents the average score across all their courses. In essence, the output from the Grade calculator acts as the input for the GPA calculator.

3 Outstanding Features of Grade Calculator  

Using our Grade Calculator is simple and straightforward, even if you are a first-time user. The Grade Calculator is crafted with the user in mind, offering many noticeable benefits:  

Customizable by Adding or Subtracting Assignments  

Recognizing the diversity of grading systems in different educational institutions, the tool offers customization options. Users have the flexibility to tailor the tool to their specific needs. For example, users can add as many assignments as they want, and adjust the weight to align with their school's unique grading system.  

Compatible with Multiple Devices  

The tool is accessible across various platforms to accommodate different user preferences and device types. It is available as both a web application and a mobile app. Users can access it conveniently from desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.  

Easy-to-Understand and Easy-to-Use Interface  

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, prioritizing ease of use. Input fields are labeled logically, ensuring users can easily understand and input the required information. The overall design focuses on simplicity enhancing the overall user experience.  

To sum up, the Grade Calculator is considered a trusted tool for students and educators alike on their academic journeys. Its friendly interface and accurate calculations make it a valuable companion, helping everyone calculate the grade of the course effectively.  

Grade Calculator - FAQs  

What grade do i need to pass a college class  .

The grade needed to pass a college class varies depending on the grading system used by the schools, colleges, and academic institutions . In many cases, a passing grade is a D or higher, which is usually equivalent to a numerical grade of 60% or more. However, some programs or courses may require a higher minimum passing grade, so it's important to check your college's policies.  

How do you calculate the percentage grade?  

To calculate a percentage grade, you divide the points earned by the total points possible and then multiply by 100. For example, if you earned 85 points out of a possible 100, your percentage grade would be: (85/100) * 100 = 85%.  

How much will a 0 affect my grade?  

A zero can significantly impact your grade, especially if it's for a major assignment or test. Since a zero has a large weight in the calculation of your average score, it can pull down your overall grade significantly.  

How much will a 71 affect my grade?  

The impact of a 71 on your grade depends on several factors, such as the weight of the assignment or test in the overall course grade and the grading scale used by your instructor. If the 71 is for a major assignment or test and carries a significant weight in the course, it could have a noticeable effect on your overall grade, potentially lowering it. However, if the assignment is one of many and has a lower weight in the course, its impact may be less significant.

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Manage phone numbers for users

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• Applies to: Microsoft Teams

When you set up Calling Plans, Operator Connect, or Teams Phone Mobile, you assign phone numbers to your users. In Microsoft Teams, the phone number that you assign is listed when a user clicks Calls .

This article applies to Calling Plans, Operator Connect, and Teams Phone Mobile. For information about assigning, changing, or removing a phone number from a user in a Direct Routing scenario, see Enable users for Direct Routing, voice, and voicemail .

Before you assign a number for a Calling Plan, Operator Connect, or Teams Phone Mobile user, you must get numbers for your users. For more information, see Get numbers for Calling Plan users , Set up numbers for Operator Connect users , or Set up numbers for Teams Phone Mobile users .

One way to see whether a user has a license assigned is by going to the Microsoft Teams admin center > Users . If a license is assigned, it will be indicated on the page. You can also use the Microsoft 365 admin center.

This note applies to customers who have a hybrid deployment with an on-premises Active Directory. If you want to assign a Calling Plan or Operator Connect phone number to a user or resource account, you must ensure that any phone number stored in the msRTCSIP-Line attribute on the user or resource account object in the on-premises Active Directory has been removed, and the change has been synchronized to Microsoft 365.

Assign a phone number to a user

When assigning a phone number to a user, make sure the phone number and the usage location of the user are of the same country/region.

To assign a number by using the Teams admin center:

Open the Microsoft Teams admin center and log in with a user that is a Global admin. This is usually the account you used to sign up for Microsoft 365.

In the left navigation, click Voice > Phone numbers .

On the Phone numbers page, select an unassigned number in the list, and then click Edit .

In the Edit pane, under Assigned to , search for the user by display name or user name, and then click Assign .

To assign or change the associated emergency location, under Emergency location , search for and then select the location.

If you are assigning numbers to Operator Connect or Operator Connect Mobile users, you may or may not be able to assign or change the associated emergency location. This functionality will depend on your Operator. Contact your Operator for more information.

Depending on whether you want to send an email to the user with their phone number information, turn off or turn on Email user with telephone number information . By default, this is on.

Click Save .

To assign numbers by using PowerShell, use the Set-CsPhoneNumberAssignment cmdlet as follows:

For Calling Plan numbers:

For Operator Connect numbers:

For Teams Phone Mobile numbers:

For example:

Because of the latency between Microsoft 365 and Teams, it can take up to 24 hours for users to be enabled. If the phone number isn't assigned correctly after 24 hours, see Phone Number Service Center .

When you assign a phone number, the EnterpriseVoiceEnabled flag is automatically set to True.

Change a phone number for a user

To change a phone number for a user by using the Teams admin center:

In the left navigation, click Users , locate and double-click the user you want, click Account , and then under General information , make a note of the phone number that's assigned to the user.

On the Phone numbers page, select the number that you identified in step 1, and then click Edit .

In the Edit pane, under Assigned to , click the X to remove the user.

If you are changing numbers for Operator Connect or Teams Phone Mobile users, you may or may not be able to assign or change the associated emergency location. This functionality will depend on your Operator. Contact your Operator for more information.

For a PowerShell example, see Set-CsPhoneNumberAssignment .

Remove a phone number from a user

To remove a phone number by using the Teams admin center:

On the Phone numbers page, select the number that you identified in step 2, and then click Edit .

For a PowerShell example, see Remove-CsPhoneNumberAssignment .

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Weighted Grade Calculator

Assignments

Assignment 1

Assignment 2

Assignment 3

Assignment 4

Assignment 5

Assignment 6

Assignment 7

Assignment 8

Assignment 9

Assignment 10

Your Grade Average:

To determine what grade you need to get on your remaining assignments (or on your final exam), enter the total weight of all of your class assignments (often the total weight is 100). Then enter the desired grade you would like to get in the class.

Enter Desired Grade

Enter Class Total Weight

Instructions

You can use the calculator above to calculate your weighted grade average. For each assignment, enter the grade you received and the weight of the assignment. If you have more than 10 assignments, use the "Add Row" button to add additional input fields. Once you have entered your data, press the "calculate" button and you will see the calculated average grade in the results area.

If you want to calculate the average grade you need on your remaining assignments (or on your final exam) in order to get a certain grade in the class, enter the desired grade you would like to get in the class. Then enter the total weight of all your class assignments. Often the total weight of all class assignments is equal to 100, but this is not always the case. Press either the “Calculate” button or the “Update” button and you will see your average grade for the class and the results will be displayed in the results area.

Video Instructions

How to calculate weighted grade average?

• First multiple the grade received by the weight of the assignment. Repeat this for each completed assignment.
• Then add each of the calculated values from step 1 together.
• Next add the weight of all the completed assignments together.
• Finally, divide the calculated value from step 2 above by the value calculated from step 3. This gives you the weighted grade average.

Weighted Grade Formula

Weighted Grade = (w 1 x g 1 + w 2 x g 2 + w 3 x g 3 + …) / (w 1 + w 2 + w 3 + …)

Example Calculation

Here is an example. Let's say you received a 90% on your first assignment and it was worth 10% of the class grade. Then let's assume you took a test and received an 80% on it. The test was worth 20% of your grade.

To calculate your average grade, follow these steps:

• Multiple each grade by its weight. In this example, you received a 90% on the first assignment and it was worth 10%. So multiply 90 x 10 = 900. You also received an 80% on the test and it was worth 20% of the class grade. So multiply 80 x 20 = 1600.
• Add the calculated values from step 1 together. We now have 900 + 1600 = 2500.
• Add the weight of all the completed assignments together. To do this, add 10% for the first assignment and 20% for the second assignment. That gives us 10 + 20 = 30.
• Finally, divide the value from step 2 by the value from step 3. That gives us 2500 / 30 = 83.33. Therefore our weighted grade average is 83.33%.

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The 5 Best Homework Help Websites (Free and Paid!)

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Listen: we know homework isn’t fun, but it is a good way to reinforce the ideas and concepts you’ve learned in class. But what if you’re really struggling with your homework assignments?

If you’ve looked online for a little extra help with your take-home assignments, you’ve probably stumbled across websites claiming to provide the homework help and answers students need to succeed . But can homework help sites really make a difference? And if so, which are the best homework help websites you can use? 

Below, we answer these questions and more about homework help websites–free and paid. We’ll go over: 

• The basics of homework help websites
• The cost of homework help websites 
• The five best homework websites out there 
• The pros and cons of using these websites for homework help 
• The line between “learning” and “cheating” when using online homework help 
• Tips for getting the most out of a homework help website

So let’s get started! 

The Basics About Homework Help Websites–Free and Paid

Homework help websites are designed to help you complete your homework assignments, plain and simple. 

What Makes a Homework Help Site Worth Using

Most of the best sites allow users to ask questions and then provide an answer (or multiple possible answers) and explanation in seconds. In some instances, you can even send a photo of a particular assignment or problem instead of typing the whole thing out! 

Homework help sites also offer more than just help answering homework questions. Common services provided are Q&A with experts, educational videos, lectures, practice tests and quizzes, learning modules, math solving tools, and proofreading help. Homework help sites can also provide textbook solutions (i.e. answers to problems in tons of different textbooks your school might be using), one-on-one tutoring, and peer-to-peer platforms that allow you to discuss subjects you’re learning about with your fellow students. 

And best of all, nearly all of them offer their services 24/7, including tutoring! 

What You Should Should Look Out For

When it comes to homework help, there are lots–and we mean lots –of scam sites out there willing to prey on desperate students. Before you sign up for any service, make sure you read reviews to ensure you’re working with a legitimate company. 

A word to the wise: the more a company advertises help that veers into the territory of cheating, the more likely it is to be a scam. The best homework help websites are going to help you learn the concepts you’ll need to successfully complete your homework on your own. (We’ll go over the difference between “homework help” and “cheating” a little later!) 

You don't need a golden piggy bank to use homework help websites. Some provide low or no cost help for students like you!

How Expensive Are the Best Homework Help Websites?

First of all, just because a homework help site costs money doesn’t mean it’s a good service. Likewise, just because a homework help website is free doesn’t mean the help isn’t high quality. To find the best websites, you have to take a close look at the quality and types of information they provide! 

When it comes to paid homework help services, the prices vary pretty widely depending on the amount of services you want to subscribe to. Subscriptions can cost anywhere from $2 to $150 dollars per month, with the most expensive services offering several hours of one-on-one tutoring with a subject expert per month.

The 5 Best Homework Help Websites 

So, what is the best homework help website you can use? The answer is that it depends on what you need help with. 

The best homework help websites are the ones that are reliable and help you learn the material. They don’t just provide answers to homework questions–they actually help you learn the material. 

That’s why we’ve broken down our favorite websites into categories based on who they’re best for . For instance, the best website for people struggling with math might not work for someone who needs a little extra help with science, and vice versa. 

Keep reading to find the best homework help website for you! 

Best Free Homework Help Site: Khan Academy

• Price: Free!
• Best for: Practicing tough material 

Not only is Khan Academy free, but it’s full of information and can be personalized to suit your needs. When you set up your account , you choose which courses you need to study, and Khan Academy sets up a personal dashboard of instructional videos, practice exercises, and quizzes –with both correct and incorrect answer explanations–so you can learn at your own pace. 

As an added bonus, it covers more course topics than many other homework help sites, including several AP classes.

Runner Up: Brainly.com offers a free service that allows you to type in questions and get answers and explanations from experts. The downside is that you’re limited to two answers per question and have to watch ads. 

Best Paid Homework Help Site: Chegg

• Price: $14.95 to $19.95 per month
• Best for: 24/7 homework assistance  

This service has three main parts . The first is Chegg Study, which includes textbook solutions, Q&A with subject experts, flashcards, video explanations, a math solver, and writing help. The resources are thorough, and reviewers state that Chegg answers homework questions quickly and accurately no matter when you submit them.  

Chegg also offers textbook rentals for students who need access to textbooks outside of their classroom. Finally, Chegg offers Internship and Career Advice for students who are preparing to graduate and may need a little extra help with the transition out of high school. 

Another great feature Chegg provides is a selection of free articles geared towards helping with general life skills, like coping with stress and saving money. Chegg’s learning modules are comprehensive, and they feature solutions to the problems in tons of different textbooks in a wide variety of subjects. 

Runner Up: Bartleby offers basically the same services as Chegg for $14.99 per month. The reason it didn’t rank as the best is based on customer reviews that say user questions aren’t answered quite as quickly on this site as on Chegg. Otherwise, this is also a solid choice!

Best Site for Math Homework Help: Photomath

• Price: Free (or $59.99 per year for premium services) 
• Best for: Explaining solutions to math problems

This site allows you to t ake a picture of a math problem, and instantly pulls up a step-by-step solution, as well as a detailed explanation of the concept. Photomath also includes animated videos that break down mathematical concepts to help you better understand and remember them. 

The basic service is free, but for an additional fee you can get extra study tools and learn additional strategies for solving common math problems.

Runner Up: KhanAcademy offers in-depth tutorials that cover complex math topics for free, but you won’t get the same tailored help (and answers!) that Photomath offers. 

Best Site for English Homework Help: Princeton Review Academic Tutoring

• Price: $40 to $153 per month, depending on how many hours of tutoring you want 
• Best for: Comprehensive and personalized reading and writing help 

While sites like Grammarly and Sparknotes help you by either proofreading what you write via an algorithm or providing book summaries, Princeton Review’s tutors provide in-depth help with vocabulary, literature, essay writing and development, proofreading, and reading comprehension. And unlike other services, you’ll have the chance to work with a real person to get help. 

The best part is that you can get on-demand English (and ESL) tutoring from experts 24/7. That means you can get help whenever you need it, even if you’re pulling an all-nighter! 

This is by far the most expensive homework site on this list, so you’ll need to really think about what you need out of a homework help website before you commit. One added benefit is that the subscription covers over 80 other subjects, including AP classes, which can make it a good value if you need lots of help!  

Best Site for STEM Homework Help: Studypool

• Best for: Science homework help
• Price: Varies; you’ll pay for each question you submit

When it comes to science homework help, there aren’t a ton of great resources out there. The best of the bunch is Studypool, and while it has great reviews, there are some downsides as well. 

Let’s start with the good stuff. Studypool offers an interesting twist on the homework help formula. After you create a free account, you can submit your homework help questions, and tutors will submit bids to answer your questions. You’ll be able to select the tutor–and price point–that works for you, then you’ll pay to have your homework question answered. You can also pay a small fee to access notes, lectures, and other documents that top tutors have uploaded. 

The downside to Studypool is that the pricing is not transparent . There’s no way to plan for how much your homework help will cost, especially if you have lots of questions! Additionally, it’s not clear how tutors are selected, so you’ll need to be cautious when you choose who you’d like to answer your homework questions.  

What Are the Pros and Cons of Using Homework Help Sites?

Homework help websites can be a great resource if you’re struggling in a subject, or even if you just want to make sure that you’re really learning and understanding topics and ideas that you’re interested in. But, there are some possible drawbacks if you don’t use these sites responsibly. 

We’ll go over the good–and the not-so-good–aspects of getting online homework help below. 

3 Pros of Using Homework Help Websites 

First, let’s take a look at the benefits. 

#1: Better Grades Beyond Homework

This is a big one! Getting outside help with your studies can improve your understanding of concepts that you’re learning, which translates into better grades when you take tests or write essays. 

Remember: homework is designed to help reinforce the concepts you learned in class. If you just get easy answers without learning the material behind the problems, you may not have the tools you need to be successful on your class exams…or even standardized tests you’ll need to take for college. 

#2: Convenience

One of the main reasons that online homework help is appealing is because it’s flexible and convenient. You don’t have to go to a specific tutoring center while they’re open or stay after school to speak with your teacher. Instead, you can access helpful resources wherever you can access the internet, whenever you need them.

This is especially true if you tend to study at off hours because of your extracurriculars, work schedule, or family obligations. Sites that offer 24/7 tutoring can give you the extra help you need if you can’t access the free resources that are available at your school. 

#3: Variety

Not everyone learns the same way. Maybe you’re more of a visual learner, but your teacher mostly does lectures. Or maybe you learn best by listening and taking notes, but you’re expected to learn something just from reading the textbook . 

One of the best things about online homework help is that it comes in a variety of forms. The best homework help sites offer resources for all types of learners, including videos, practice activities, and even one-on-one discussions with real-life experts. 

This variety can also be a good thing if you just don’t really resonate with the way a concept is being explained (looking at you, math textbooks!).

Not so fast. There are cons to homework help websites, too. Get to know them below!

3 Cons of Using Homework Help Websites 

Now, let’s take a look at the drawbacks of online homework help. 

#1: Unreliable Info

This can be a real problem. In addition to all the really good homework help sites, there are a whole lot of disreputable or unreliable sites out there. The fact of the matter is that some homework help sites don’t necessarily hire people who are experts in the subjects they’re talking about. In those cases, you may not be getting the accurate, up-to-date, and thorough information you need.

Additionally, even the great sites may not be able to answer all of your homework questions. This is especially true if the site uses an algorithm or chatbot to help students…or if you’re enrolled in an advanced or college-level course. In these cases, working with your teacher or school-provided tutors are probably your best option. 

#2: No Clarification

This depends on the service you use, of course. But the majority of them provide free or low-cost help through pre-recorded videos. Watching videos or reading info online can definitely help you with your homework… but you can’t ask questions or get immediate feedback if you need it .

#3: Potential For Scamming 

Like we mentioned earlier, there are a lot of homework help websites out there, and lots of them are scams. The review comments we read covered everything from outdated or wrong information, to misleading claims about the help provided, to not allowing people to cancel their service after signing up. 

No matter which site you choose to use, make sure you research and read reviews before you sign up–especially if it’s a paid service! 

When Does “Help” Become “Cheating”?

Admittedly, whether using homework help websites constitutes cheating is a bit of a grey area. For instance, is it “help” when a friend reads your essay for history class and corrects your grammar, or is it “cheating”? The truth is, not everyone agrees on when “help” crosses the line into “cheating .” When in doubt, it can be a good idea to check with your teacher to see what they think about a particular type of help you want to get. 

That said, a general rule of thumb to keep in mind is to make sure that the assignment you turn in for credit is authentically yours . It needs to demonstrate your own thoughts and your own current abilities. Remember: the point of every homework assignment is to 1) help you learn something, and 2) show what you’ve learned. 

So if a service answers questions or writes essays for you, there’s a good chance using it constitutes cheating. 

Here’s an example that might help clarify the difference for you. Brainstorming essay ideas with others or looking online for inspiration is “help” as long as you write the essay yourself. Having someone read it and give you feedback about what you need to change is also help, provided you’re the one that makes the changes later. 

But copying all or part of an essay you find online or having someone write (or rewrite) the whole thing for you would be “cheating.” The same is true for other subjects. Ultimately, if you’re not generating your own work or your own answers, it’s probably cheating.

5 Tips for Finding the Best Homework Help Websites for You

Now that you know some of our favorite homework help websites, free and paid, you can start doing some additional research on your own to decide which services might work best for you! Here are some top tips for choosing a homework help website. 

Tip 1: Decide How You Learn Best 

Before you decide which site or sites you’re going to use for homework help, y ou should figure out what kind of learning style works for you the most. Are you a visual learner? Then choose a site that uses lots of videos to help explain concepts. If you know you learn best by actually doing tasks, choose a site that provides lots of practice exercises.

Tip 2: Determine Which Subjects You Need Help With

Just because a homework help site is good overall doesn’t mean that it’s equally good for every subject. If you only need help in math, choose a site that specializes in that area. But if history is where you’re struggling, a site that specializes in math won’t be much help. So make sure to choose a site that you know provides high-quality help in the areas you need it most. 

Tip 3: Decide How Much One-On-One Help You Need 

This is really about cost-effectiveness. If you learn well on your own by reading and watching videos, a free site like Khan Academy is a good choice. But if you need actual tutoring, or to be able to ask questions and get personalized answers from experts, a paid site that provides that kind of service may be a better option.

Tip 4: Set a Budget

If you decide you want to go with a paid homework help website, set a budget first . The prices for sites vary wildly, and the cost to use them can add up quick. 

Tip 5: Read the Reviews

Finally, it’s always a good idea to read actual reviews written by the people using these homework sites. You’ll learn the good, the bad, and the ugly of what the users’ experiences have been. This is especially true if you intend to subscribe to a paid service. You’ll want to make sure that users think it’s worth the price overall!

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If you want to get good grades on your homework, it’s a good idea to learn how to tackle it strategically. Our expert tips will help you get the most out of each assignment…and boost your grades in the process.

Doing well on homework assignments is just one part of getting good grades. We’ll teach you everything you need to know about getting great grades in high school in this article.

Of course, test grades can make or break your GPA, too. Here are 17 expert tips that’ll help you get the most out of your study prep before you take an exam.

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Understanding Assignments

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The first step in any successful college writing venture is reading the assignment. While this sounds like a simple task, it can be a tough one. This handout will help you unravel your assignment and begin to craft an effective response. Much of the following advice will involve translating typical assignment terms and practices into meaningful clues to the type of writing your instructor expects. See our short video for more tips.

Basic beginnings

Regardless of the assignment, department, or instructor, adopting these two habits will serve you well :

• Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it. Do not put this task off—reading the assignment at the beginning will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment.
• Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Do not hesitate to approach your instructor. Instructors would prefer to set you straight before you hand the paper in. That’s also when you will find their feedback most useful.

Assignment formats

Many assignments follow a basic format. Assignments often begin with an overview of the topic, include a central verb or verbs that describe the task, and offer some additional suggestions, questions, or prompts to get you started.

An Overview of Some Kind

The instructor might set the stage with some general discussion of the subject of the assignment, introduce the topic, or remind you of something pertinent that you have discussed in class. For example:

“Throughout history, gerbils have played a key role in politics,” or “In the last few weeks of class, we have focused on the evening wear of the housefly …”

The Task of the Assignment

Pay attention; this part tells you what to do when you write the paper. Look for the key verb or verbs in the sentence. Words like analyze, summarize, or compare direct you to think about your topic in a certain way. Also pay attention to words such as how, what, when, where, and why; these words guide your attention toward specific information. (See the section in this handout titled “Key Terms” for more information.)

“Analyze the effect that gerbils had on the Russian Revolution”, or “Suggest an interpretation of housefly undergarments that differs from Darwin’s.”

Additional Material to Think about

Here you will find some questions to use as springboards as you begin to think about the topic. Instructors usually include these questions as suggestions rather than requirements. Do not feel compelled to answer every question unless the instructor asks you to do so. Pay attention to the order of the questions. Sometimes they suggest the thinking process your instructor imagines you will need to follow to begin thinking about the topic.

“You may wish to consider the differing views held by Communist gerbils vs. Monarchist gerbils, or Can there be such a thing as ‘the housefly garment industry’ or is it just a home-based craft?”

These are the instructor’s comments about writing expectations:

“Be concise”, “Write effectively”, or “Argue furiously.”

Technical Details

These instructions usually indicate format rules or guidelines.

“Your paper must be typed in Palatino font on gray paper and must not exceed 600 pages. It is due on the anniversary of Mao Tse-tung’s death.”

The assignment’s parts may not appear in exactly this order, and each part may be very long or really short. Nonetheless, being aware of this standard pattern can help you understand what your instructor wants you to do.

Interpreting the assignment

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read and jot down the answers on the assignment sheet:

Why did your instructor ask you to do this particular task?

Who is your audience.

• What kind of evidence do you need to support your ideas?

What kind of writing style is acceptable?

• What are the absolute rules of the paper?

Try to look at the question from the point of view of the instructor. Recognize that your instructor has a reason for giving you this assignment and for giving it to you at a particular point in the semester. In every assignment, the instructor has a challenge for you. This challenge could be anything from demonstrating an ability to think clearly to demonstrating an ability to use the library. See the assignment not as a vague suggestion of what to do but as an opportunity to show that you can handle the course material as directed. Paper assignments give you more than a topic to discuss—they ask you to do something with the topic. Keep reminding yourself of that. Be careful to avoid the other extreme as well: do not read more into the assignment than what is there.

Of course, your instructor has given you an assignment so that they will be able to assess your understanding of the course material and give you an appropriate grade. But there is more to it than that. Your instructor has tried to design a learning experience of some kind. Your instructor wants you to think about something in a particular way for a particular reason. If you read the course description at the beginning of your syllabus, review the assigned readings, and consider the assignment itself, you may begin to see the plan, purpose, or approach to the subject matter that your instructor has created for you. If you still aren’t sure of the assignment’s goals, try asking the instructor. For help with this, see our handout on getting feedback .

Given your instructor’s efforts, it helps to answer the question: What is my purpose in completing this assignment? Is it to gather research from a variety of outside sources and present a coherent picture? Is it to take material I have been learning in class and apply it to a new situation? Is it to prove a point one way or another? Key words from the assignment can help you figure this out. Look for key terms in the form of active verbs that tell you what to do.

Key Terms: Finding Those Active Verbs

Here are some common key words and definitions to help you think about assignment terms:

Information words Ask you to demonstrate what you know about the subject, such as who, what, when, where, how, and why.

• define —give the subject’s meaning (according to someone or something). Sometimes you have to give more than one view on the subject’s meaning
• describe —provide details about the subject by answering question words (such as who, what, when, where, how, and why); you might also give details related to the five senses (what you see, hear, feel, taste, and smell)
• explain —give reasons why or examples of how something happened
• illustrate —give descriptive examples of the subject and show how each is connected with the subject
• summarize —briefly list the important ideas you learned about the subject
• trace —outline how something has changed or developed from an earlier time to its current form
• research —gather material from outside sources about the subject, often with the implication or requirement that you will analyze what you have found

Relation words Ask you to demonstrate how things are connected.

• compare —show how two or more things are similar (and, sometimes, different)
• contrast —show how two or more things are dissimilar
• apply—use details that you’ve been given to demonstrate how an idea, theory, or concept works in a particular situation
• cause —show how one event or series of events made something else happen
• relate —show or describe the connections between things

Interpretation words Ask you to defend ideas of your own about the subject. Do not see these words as requesting opinion alone (unless the assignment specifically says so), but as requiring opinion that is supported by concrete evidence. Remember examples, principles, definitions, or concepts from class or research and use them in your interpretation.

• assess —summarize your opinion of the subject and measure it against something
• prove, justify —give reasons or examples to demonstrate how or why something is the truth
• evaluate, respond —state your opinion of the subject as good, bad, or some combination of the two, with examples and reasons
• support —give reasons or evidence for something you believe (be sure to state clearly what it is that you believe)
• synthesize —put two or more things together that have not been put together in class or in your readings before; do not just summarize one and then the other and say that they are similar or different—you must provide a reason for putting them together that runs all the way through the paper
• analyze —determine how individual parts create or relate to the whole, figure out how something works, what it might mean, or why it is important
• argue —take a side and defend it with evidence against the other side

More Clues to Your Purpose As you read the assignment, think about what the teacher does in class:

• What kinds of textbooks or coursepack did your instructor choose for the course—ones that provide background information, explain theories or perspectives, or argue a point of view?
• In lecture, does your instructor ask your opinion, try to prove their point of view, or use keywords that show up again in the assignment?
• What kinds of assignments are typical in this discipline? Social science classes often expect more research. Humanities classes thrive on interpretation and analysis.
• How do the assignments, readings, and lectures work together in the course? Instructors spend time designing courses, sometimes even arguing with their peers about the most effective course materials. Figuring out the overall design to the course will help you understand what each assignment is meant to achieve.

Now, what about your reader? Most undergraduates think of their audience as the instructor. True, your instructor is a good person to keep in mind as you write. But for the purposes of a good paper, think of your audience as someone like your roommate: smart enough to understand a clear, logical argument, but not someone who already knows exactly what is going on in your particular paper. Remember, even if the instructor knows everything there is to know about your paper topic, they still have to read your paper and assess your understanding. In other words, teach the material to your reader.

Aiming a paper at your audience happens in two ways: you make decisions about the tone and the level of information you want to convey.

• Tone means the “voice” of your paper. Should you be chatty, formal, or objective? Usually you will find some happy medium—you do not want to alienate your reader by sounding condescending or superior, but you do not want to, um, like, totally wig on the man, you know? Eschew ostentatious erudition: some students think the way to sound academic is to use big words. Be careful—you can sound ridiculous, especially if you use the wrong big words.
• The level of information you use depends on who you think your audience is. If you imagine your audience as your instructor and they already know everything you have to say, you may find yourself leaving out key information that can cause your argument to be unconvincing and illogical. But you do not have to explain every single word or issue. If you are telling your roommate what happened on your favorite science fiction TV show last night, you do not say, “First a dark-haired white man of average height, wearing a suit and carrying a flashlight, walked into the room. Then a purple alien with fifteen arms and at least three eyes turned around. Then the man smiled slightly. In the background, you could hear a clock ticking. The room was fairly dark and had at least two windows that I saw.” You also do not say, “This guy found some aliens. The end.” Find some balance of useful details that support your main point.

You’ll find a much more detailed discussion of these concepts in our handout on audience .

The Grim Truth

With a few exceptions (including some lab and ethnography reports), you are probably being asked to make an argument. You must convince your audience. It is easy to forget this aim when you are researching and writing; as you become involved in your subject matter, you may become enmeshed in the details and focus on learning or simply telling the information you have found. You need to do more than just repeat what you have read. Your writing should have a point, and you should be able to say it in a sentence. Sometimes instructors call this sentence a “thesis” or a “claim.”

So, if your instructor tells you to write about some aspect of oral hygiene, you do not want to just list: “First, you brush your teeth with a soft brush and some peanut butter. Then, you floss with unwaxed, bologna-flavored string. Finally, gargle with bourbon.” Instead, you could say, “Of all the oral cleaning methods, sandblasting removes the most plaque. Therefore it should be recommended by the American Dental Association.” Or, “From an aesthetic perspective, moldy teeth can be quite charming. However, their joys are short-lived.”

Convincing the reader of your argument is the goal of academic writing. It doesn’t have to say “argument” anywhere in the assignment for you to need one. Look at the assignment and think about what kind of argument you could make about it instead of just seeing it as a checklist of information you have to present. For help with understanding the role of argument in academic writing, see our handout on argument .

What kind of evidence do you need?

There are many kinds of evidence, and what type of evidence will work for your assignment can depend on several factors–the discipline, the parameters of the assignment, and your instructor’s preference. Should you use statistics? Historical examples? Do you need to conduct your own experiment? Can you rely on personal experience? See our handout on evidence for suggestions on how to use evidence appropriately.

Make sure you are clear about this part of the assignment, because your use of evidence will be crucial in writing a successful paper. You are not just learning how to argue; you are learning how to argue with specific types of materials and ideas. Ask your instructor what counts as acceptable evidence. You can also ask a librarian for help. No matter what kind of evidence you use, be sure to cite it correctly—see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial .

You cannot always tell from the assignment just what sort of writing style your instructor expects. The instructor may be really laid back in class but still expect you to sound formal in writing. Or the instructor may be fairly formal in class and ask you to write a reflection paper where you need to use “I” and speak from your own experience.

Try to avoid false associations of a particular field with a style (“art historians like wacky creativity,” or “political scientists are boring and just give facts”) and look instead to the types of readings you have been given in class. No one expects you to write like Plato—just use the readings as a guide for what is standard or preferable to your instructor. When in doubt, ask your instructor about the level of formality they expect.

No matter what field you are writing for or what facts you are including, if you do not write so that your reader can understand your main idea, you have wasted your time. So make clarity your main goal. For specific help with style, see our handout on style .

Technical details about the assignment

The technical information you are given in an assignment always seems like the easy part. This section can actually give you lots of little hints about approaching the task. Find out if elements such as page length and citation format (see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial ) are negotiable. Some professors do not have strong preferences as long as you are consistent and fully answer the assignment. Some professors are very specific and will deduct big points for deviations.

Usually, the page length tells you something important: The instructor thinks the size of the paper is appropriate to the assignment’s parameters. In plain English, your instructor is telling you how many pages it should take for you to answer the question as fully as you are expected to. So if an assignment is two pages long, you cannot pad your paper with examples or reword your main idea several times. Hit your one point early, defend it with the clearest example, and finish quickly. If an assignment is ten pages long, you can be more complex in your main points and examples—and if you can only produce five pages for that assignment, you need to see someone for help—as soon as possible.

Tricks that don’t work

Your instructors are not fooled when you:

• spend more time on the cover page than the essay —graphics, cool binders, and cute titles are no replacement for a well-written paper.
• use huge fonts, wide margins, or extra spacing to pad the page length —these tricks are immediately obvious to the eye. Most instructors use the same word processor you do. They know what’s possible. Such tactics are especially damning when the instructor has a stack of 60 papers to grade and yours is the only one that low-flying airplane pilots could read.
• use a paper from another class that covered “sort of similar” material . Again, the instructor has a particular task for you to fulfill in the assignment that usually relates to course material and lectures. Your other paper may not cover this material, and turning in the same paper for more than one course may constitute an Honor Code violation . Ask the instructor—it can’t hurt.
• get all wacky and “creative” before you answer the question . Showing that you are able to think beyond the boundaries of a simple assignment can be good, but you must do what the assignment calls for first. Again, check with your instructor. A humorous tone can be refreshing for someone grading a stack of papers, but it will not get you a good grade if you have not fulfilled the task.

Critical reading of assignments leads to skills in other types of reading and writing. If you get good at figuring out what the real goals of assignments are, you are going to be better at understanding the goals of all of your classes and fields of study.

You may reproduce it for non-commercial use if you use the entire handout and attribute the source: The Writing Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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To calculate the percentile test score, all you need to do is divide the earned points by the total points possible . In other words, you're simply finding the percentage of good answers:

percentage score = (#correct / #total) × 100

As #correct + #wrong = #total , we can write the equation also as:

percentage score = 100 × (#total - #wrong) / #total

Then, all you need to do is convert the percentage score into a letter grade . The default grading scale looks as in the table below:

If you don't like using the +/- grades, the scale may look like:

• An A is 90% to 100%;
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• A D is 60% to 69%; and finally
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Above, you can find the standard grading system for US schools and universities. However, the grading may vary among schools, classes, and teachers. Always check beforehand which system is used in your case.

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Here we go! Teacher grader tool shows the percentage and grade for that score. For our example, the student scored 83.33% on a test, which corresponds to a B grade.

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Increment by box – Here, you can change the look of the table you get as a result. The default value is 1, meaning the student can get an integer number of points. But sometimes it's possible to get, e.g., half-points – then you can use this box to declare the increment between the next scores.

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This depends mainly on the grading scale that your teacher is using. If a passing score is defined as 60% (or a D-), then 27 out of 40 would correspond to a 67.5% (or a D+), which would be a passing grade. However, depending on your teacher’s scale, the passing score could be higher or lower.

What grade is 7 wrong out of 40?

This is a B-, or 82.5% . To get this result:

Use the following percentage score formula: percentage score = 100 × (#total - #wrong) / #total

Here, #total represents the total possible points, and #wrong , the number of incorrect answers.

Substitute your values: percentage score = 100 × (40 - 7) / 40 percentage score = 82.5%

Convert this percentage into a letter grade. In the default grading scale, 82.5% corresponds to a B-. However, grading varies — make sure to clarify with teachers beforehand.

Is 75 out of 80 an A?

Yes , a score of 75 out of 80 is an A according to the default grading scale. This corresponds to a percentage score of 93.75%.

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An ITIN, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, is a tax processing number only available for certain nonresident and resident aliens, their spouses, and dependents who cannot get a Social Security Number (SSN). It is a 9-digit number, beginning with the number "9", formatted like an SSN (NNN-NN-NNNN).

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Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions is used to apply for an ATIN. ( NOTE: Do not use Form W-7A if the child is not a U.S. citizen or resident.)

Beginning January 1, 2011, if you are a paid tax preparer you must use a valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) on returns you prepare. Use of the PTIN no longer is optional. If you do not have a PTIN, you must get one by using the new IRS sign-up system . Even if you have a PTIN but you received it prior to September 28, 2010, you must apply for a new or renewed PTIN by using the new system. If all your authentication information matches, you may be issued the same number. You must have a PTIN if you, for compensation, prepare all or substantially all of any federal tax return or claim for refund.

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Foreign entities that are not individuals (i.e., foreign corporations, etc.) and that are required to have a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) in order to claim an exemption from withholding because of a tax treaty (claimed on Form W-8BEN), need to submit Form SS-4 Application for Employer Identification Number to the Internal Revenue Service in order to apply for such an EIN. Those foreign entities filing Form SS-4 for the purpose of obtaining an EIN in order to claim a tax treaty exemption and which otherwise have no requirements to file a U.S. income tax return, employment tax return, or excise tax return, should comply with the following special instructions when filling out Form SS-4. When completing line 7b of Form SS-4, the applicant should write "N/A" in the block asking for an SSN or ITIN, unless the applicant already has an SSN or ITIN. When answering question 10 on Form SS-4, the applicant should check the "other" block and write or type in immediately after it one of the following phrases as most appropriate:

"For W-8BEN Purposes Only" "For Tax Treaty Purposes Only" "Required under Reg. 1.1441-1(e)(4)(viii)" "897(i) Election"

If questions 11 through 17 on Form SS-4 do not apply to the applicant because he has no U.S. tax return filing requirement, such questions should be annotated "N/A". A foreign entity that completes Form SS-4 in the manner described above should be entered into IRS records as not having a filing requirement for any U.S. tax returns. However, if the foreign entity receives a letter from the IRS soliciting the filing of a U.S. tax return, the foreign entity should respond to the letter immediately by stating that it has no requirement to file any U.S. tax returns. Failure to respond to the IRS letter may result in a procedural assessment of tax by the IRS against the foreign entity. If the foreign entity later becomes liable to file a U.S. tax return, the foreign entity should not apply for a new EIN, but should instead use the EIN it was first issued on all U.S. tax returns filed thereafter.

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Deed Of Trust: What It Is And How It Works

Updated: Mar 2, 2023, 3:15am

Buying property usually comes with an avalanche of paperwork. It can be a confusing process, especially when it comes to knowing the difference between the various documents you sign. If there’s one contract that’s important to understand, however, it’s the deed of trust.

Depending on your lender and the state you live in, you may or may not need a deed of trust when financing a home purchase. Here’s what you should know about this contract and how it differs from a mortgage .

What Is a Deed Of Trust?

When you finance the purchase of a property, you will sign either a mortgage or deed of trust—but not both. You can take out a mortgage in all 50 U.S. states, while a deed of trust is only available in some states.

A deed of trust is a legal document that secures a real estate transaction. It works similarly to a mortgage, though it’s not quite the same thing. Essentially, it states that a designated third party holds legal title to your property until you’ve paid it off according to the terms of your loan. Deeds of trust are recorded in public records just like a mortgage.

How Does a Deed of Trust Work?

A deed of trust exists so that the lender has some recourse if you don’t pay your loan as agreed. There are three parties involved in a deed of trust: the trustor, the beneficiary and the trustee.

The three parties involved in a deed of trust for a real estate transaction are a:

• Trustor. This is the person whose assets are being held in the trust, also known as the borrower (i.e., you). The title to your home is held by the trust until the loan is paid off. Even so, you remain the equitable owner as long as you keep paying the loan according to the terms outlined in the deed of trust. That means you enjoy all the benefits of being the homeowner, such as the right to live there and gain equity, even though you aren’t the legal title holder.
• Beneficiary. The beneficiary is the party whose investment interest is being protected. Usually, that’s the lender, though it also can be an individual with whom you have a contract.
• Trustee. The trustee holds the legal title of the property while you’re making payments on the loan. Trustees often are title companies, but not always. Once you’ve paid off your loan, the trustee is responsible for dissolving the trust and transferring the title to you.

If you sell the property before it’s paid off, the trustee will use proceeds of the sale to pay the lender the remaining balance (you keep the profits). If you fail to meet your payment obligations and default on the mortgage, the property would go into foreclosure , and the trustee would be responsible for selling the property.

What Is Included in a Deed of Trust

A deed of trust includes many important details about your property, loan and related terms and conditions—much of the same information you would find in your mortgage. Typically, you’ll find the following outlined in a deed of trust:

• The names of the parties involved (the trustee, trustor and beneficiary)
• The original loan amount and repayment terms
• A legal description of the property
• The inception and maturity dates of the loan
• Various clauses, such as acceleration and alienation clauses
• Any riders regarding the clauses outlined

It’s common for a deed of trust to include acceleration and alienation clauses. If you’re delinquent on your loan, it can trigger the acceleration clause—essentially a demand for immediate repayment of the loan. Depending on the terms, this can happen after missing just one payment, though lenders often give a few months of leeway to allow the borrower to catch up on payments. If you fail to do so under the terms outlined in the acceleration clause, the next step is formal foreclosure proceedings.

An alienation clause is also known as a due-on-sale clause and it prevents anyone who buys the property to take on the loan under its current terms. Instead, the alienation clause would dictate that the loan must be paid in full if you sell the property.

Depending on your state, the deed of trust may also include a power of sales clause. This allows for a much faster foreclosure process than if your lender had to involve the state courts in a judicial foreclosure. That said, you won’t be foreclosed on overnight under a power of sales clause; the exact process differs by state and lender. Still, if you’re facing a nonjudicial foreclosure, it can happen in a matter of months. If you want to formally fight the foreclosure, you’ll need to hire a lawyer.

States that allow power of sale foreclosures include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.

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Deed of Trust Vs. Mortgage

The terms “deed of trust” and “mortgage” are often used interchangeably, but they’re really two different things. That said, there are also some similarities. To review, here are the key ways a mortgage and deed of trust are similar as well as different.

Similarities

• Public record: Both documents are recorded with the county clerk.
• Subject to state law: The exact terms of a mortgage or a deed of trust depend on the local state law.
• Contracts, not loans: Neither document serves as the actual loan agreement; a deed of trust or mortgage is a contract that places a lien on your property and dictates how your lender can repossess the property through foreclosure.

Differences

• Parties involved: A mortgage is an agreement between a borrower and lender, while a deed of trust involves a trustor, beneficiary and trustee.
• Foreclosure type: A mortgage requires a judicial foreclosure, while a deed of trust allows for a nonjudicial foreclosure.
• Foreclosure timeline: Judicial foreclosure on a mortgage can be a lengthy process, while nonjudicial foreclosure through a deed of trust is much faster.

What’s the Advantage of a Trust Deed Over a Mortgage?

If the borrower defaults, a trust deed makes it possible for the lender to sell the property without having to go to court. With a mortgage, the lender has to file a foreclosure claim in court and secure a judge’s approval to sell the property. This can mean a lot of expenses for both the borrower and the lender.

If you are investing in a real estate project, a trust deed also has a few advantages over a mortgage. This is because the investor is considered the lender in the transaction, and their name is recorded on the trust deed as such. The investor can receive interest on their “loan” and the principal is repaid in full once the property has been built.

Warranty Deed Vs. Deed of Trust

Both a warranty deed and deed of trust are used to transfer the title of a property from one person to another. However, the difference between these two contracts is who is protected. As you now know, a deed of trust protects the beneficiary (lender). A warranty deed, on the other hand, protects the property owner.

When a property title is transferred with a warranty deed, ownership goes from the seller (also known as the grantor) to the buyer (also known as the grantee). The warranty deed guarantees that the previous owners, or grantor, had full ownership of the property and right to transfer it. In other words, it promises that you won’t inherit any liens or future claims against the property. It provides peace of mind that you own the property outright once the title is in your name.

Are Trust Deeds a Good Idea?

Trust deeds could be a good idea if you are an investor searching for options to earn passive income, while also being protected via the deed. However, investing in real estate is unpredictable and returns are never guaranteed. A trust deed does not reduce the probability of default or ensure that you will recoup your initial investment.

Consult with a financial advisor or investment professional before going down this route.

Personal finance writer Casey Bond contributed to this article.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is an assignment of deed of trust.

An assignment of trust deed is necessary if a lender sells a loan secured by a trust deed. It assigns the trust deed to whoever buys the loan (such as another lender), granting them all the rights to the property. It is recorded along with the original, making it a matter of public record.

What happens with the deed of trust after you pay off your mortgage?

Once you pay off your loan, the trustee is responsible for releasing the trust and transferring the title to you. You now have full ownership of the home.

Can you sell a house with a deed of trust?

Yes, you can. However, if you are selling the house for less than the loan amount, you will need the lender’s approval. Once the property is sold, the trustee uses the proceeds to pay the lender what they are still owed. The borrower then gets any money that is left over.

How long does a deed of trust last?

A deed of trust, like a mortgage, typically has a maturity date, which is when the loan must be paid off in full. That date will vary transaction to transaction. Sometimes a deed of trust won’t have a maturity date. In this scenario, state law dictates the number of years a deed of trust lasts, anywhere from 10 to 60 years after it was recorded.

What is a purchase money deed of trust?

A purchase money deed of trust secures the funds used to buy the property. It also gives the buyer priority over any liens or encumbrances against them

Does a deed of trust show ownership?

No. A deed of trust is a legal document that secures a real estate transaction. It only shows that a designated third party holds legal title—i.e. ownership—to your property until you’ve paid it off, according to the terms of your loan.

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2024 Olympics live updates: Results tracker, Team USA schedule, United States medal count from Paris

Follow live updates and results from team usa as coverage continues throughout the 2024 paris olympics.

With swimming and gymnastics in the rearview mirror, track & field and the late stages of several team sports -- including 5x5 basketball and soccer -- are taking center stage as the Paris Games enter their final week.

Quincy Hall was one of the biggest highlights on Wednesday as he came from behind to capture gold in the men's 400 meters while setting a personal best of 43.40 seconds. That was the first gold medal in the event for the United States since LaShawn Merritt in 2008.

Women's wresting seems to be thriving as Amit Elor took gold in the 68-kilogram class Tuesday, and Sarah Hildebrandt continued that momentum by taking gold in the 50-kilogram event on Wednesday. This the first time two American women won wrestling gold in the same Olympics.

It was also a good day in the pool as Team USA took silver in the artistic swimming team event, which was the first time the Americans saw the podium in 20 years.

But Wednesday was not completely filled with success. The U.S. men's beach volleyball team of Miles Partain and Andrew Benesh fell to Qatar in the quarterfinals. The women's duo of Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng had also lost in the quarterfinals, which means that the United States failed to earn a beach volleyball medal for the first time since the sport debuted in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

All of those Team USA results and much more are available below. The excitement will continue on Thursday as Noah Lyles -- who won gold in the 100 meters -- chases gold in the 200 meters to complete the coveted sprint double. The Americans will be well represented in that event with Kenneth Bednarek and Erriyon Knighton also competing.

The United States continues to lead the Paris Olympics with 94 total medals, and is edging China in the gold medal department 27 to 25. Overall, China is second overall with 65 medals, while the host country of France has 50 thus far.

The Olympics run until Aug. 11, and on this page, CBS Sports will be tracking the entire event from the perspective of the United States. You will find everything you need to know about Team USA's performances from gold-medal victories and record-breaking efforts to fun moments and (unfortunately some) crushing defeats.

Check out the key links below for everything you need to know about the Olympics, while the live updates further down the page will chronicle every important moment and medal opportunity from Team USA over the course of these games.

2024 Paris Olympics: Medal count |   Men's Basketball | Women's Basketball | Men's Soccer | Women's Soccer

2024 Olympics schedule -- Thursday, Aug. 8

Notable sports, team competitions and medal events | All times Eastern | Watch on Fubo ( try for free )

• Women's Marathon Swimming: 10-kilometer open water final, 1:30 a.m. (Peacock)
• Women's Golf: Round 2, Part 1, 3 a.m. (NBC Golf)
• Track & Field: Heats -- Women's heptathlon 100-meter hurdles and high jump, men's and women's 4x100-meter relays, women's shot put, women's 100-meter hurdles repechages, men's 800-meter repechages -- 4 a.m. (USA Network)
• Rhythmic Gymnastics:  Qualification -- Individual all-around, Part 1, 4 a.m. (Peacock)
• Sport Climbing:   Finals -- Men's speed, women's combined -- 5:45 a.m. (E!)
• Sailing: Men's and women's kite medal series -- 6 a.m. (Peacock)
• Women's Golf: Round 2, Part 2, 7 a.m. (NBC Golf)
• Men's Diving:   Final -- 3-meter springboard final, 9 a.m. (Peacock)
• Rhythmic Gymnastics: Qualification -- Individual all-around, Part 2, 9 a.m. (Peacock)
• Women's Volleyball: Semifinals -- Brazil vs. United States, 10 a.m. (Peacock)
• Cycling: Finals -- Women's keirin, men's omnium, 11 a.m. (Peacock)
• Men's Soccer:   Bronze medal match -- Egypt vs. Morocco, 11 a.m. (Peacock)
• Men's Basketball:   Semifinals -- France vs. Germany, 11:30 a.m. (USA Network)
• Women's Water Polo:  Semifinals -- USA vs. Australia, 1:30 p.m. (USA Network)
• Track & Field: Semifinals -- Women's 1500 meters and women's heptathlon 200 meters and shot put, 1:35 p.m. (NBC)
• Track & Field:  Finals -- Women's long jump, men's javelin, men's 200 meters, women's 400-meter hurdles, men's 110-meter hurdles, 1:35 p.m. (NBC)
• Men's Basketball:   Semifinals -- USA vs. Serbia, 3 p.m. (USA Network)

Women's Volleyball: United States outlasts Brazil to reach gold medal match

The United States will be playing for a gold medal in women's volleyball. The Americans defeated Brazil 3-2 to advance to the gold medal match, which will be played on Sunday at 7 a.m. Kathyrn Plummer led the way for the United States with 26 points during the semifinal win.

The United States got off to a strong start with a hard-fought 25-23 win in the opening set. The Americans did take a 5-0 lead out of the gate before Brazil rallied down the stretch. Plummer registered the final two points of the first set to lift the U.S. to an impressive start.

After Brazil won the second set 25-18, the United States bounced back in a big way with a commanding 25-15 win. The fourth set saw the United States fall behind before Brazil ultimately came away with a 25-23 triumph to force a winner-take-all fifth set. In that decisive set, the Americans battled back from an away deficit, and ended up winning 15-11 with Plummer recording the match-winning spike.

The United States will get an opportunity to defend their crown after defeating Brazil in the gold medal match at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. On Sunday, the Americans will face the winner of Thursday's other semifinal matchup between Turkey and Italy.

🥉 Sport Climbing: Sam Watson earns bronze, sets world record in men's speed final

Texas-born teenager Sam Watson became an Olympic medalist and a world record-holder on Thursday morning when he earned bronze after winning the third-place race in the men's speed final at the Le Bourget Climbing Venue. Watson, 18, covered the 15-meter distance in 4.74 seconds to defeat Iran's Reza Alipour Shenazandifard. Watson had set the previous record of 4.79 seconds in April. 

Track and Field: Richardson, Thomas help U.S. into women's 4x100-meter final

The star-studded U.S. team of Sha'carri Richardson, Melissa Jefferson, Twanisha Terry and Gabrielle Thomas passed its first test in the women's 4x100-meter relay by advancing out of qualifying with a heat-winning time of 41.94 seconds. The time was the best of 16 teams competing Thursday morning and advances the Americans into Friday's final. Richardson and Jefferson won silver and bronze in the women's 100 meters while Terry took fifth, and Thomas won gold in the women's 200.

Men's Basketball: Power rankings ahead of semifinals

Team USA is on a quest at the 2024 Paris Olympics to earn a fifth straight gold medal, and while it will be heavily favored in every match going forward, that doesn't mean the rest of the teams can't offer a tough challenge for the red, white and blue. France is coming off an upset of Canada, while Germany and Serbia are also in the hunt. 

Here's how all the remaining teams stack up ahead of Thursday's semifinals:

Men's Beach Volleyball: Miles Partain, Andrew Benesh lose as USA marks wrong type of first

Team USA's men's beach volleyball pairing of Miles Partain and Andrew Benesh fell to Qatar in the quarterfinals, 21-14, 21-16, meaning the Americans will not receive any hardware in this sport for the first time.

The team of Partain and Benesh was the last chance, men's or women's, for the United States to medal in a sport it has found the podium at least once since its 1992 debut. The other men's team in Paris, Chase Budinger and Miles Evans, lost in the Round of 16. On the women's side, Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng lost in the quarterfinals, and Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss lost in the Round of 16.

🥇 Women's Wrestling: Sarah Hildebrandt becomes second U.S. champion with gold in 50-kilogram final

Sarah Hildebrandt became the second American woman to win wrestling gold in two days, defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, 3-0, in the 50-kilogram freestyle final. It was a two-medal improvement for Hildebrandt, a 30-year-old from Indiana, who won bronze at the Tokyo Games three years ago. The win in Paris came barely 24 hours after 20-year-old Amit Elor won gold in the 68-kilogram class. It's the first time two U.S. women have won wrestling gold at the same Olympics.

🥈 Men's Track & Field: Kenneth Rooks surges to silver in 3,000m steeplechase

Kenneth Rooks waited and waited and waited and then made his move. In the end it wasn't quite enough for gold, but it was enough for a mighty impressive silver in the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase. After spending the first half of the race at or near the back of the pack, Rooks took the lead on the final lap, stunning the rest of the field. Reigning Olympic champion Soufiane El Bakkali of Morocco chased Rooks down and passed him on the final straightaway, but Rooks was able to hold off Kenya's Abraham Kibiwot for silver, running nine seconds faster than his previous personal best.

🥉 Weightlifting: Hampton Morris earns bronze in 61-kilogram class

Twenty-year-old Hampton Morris earned a bronze medal in his first Olympic weightlifting appearance, placing third in the men's 61-kilogram class. Morris lifted a combined 298 kilograms in the snatch (126 kilograms) and the clean & jerk (176 kilograms) to take behind China's Fabin Li (310) and Thailand's Theerapong Silachai (303). 

🥈 Women's Track & Field: Katie Moon medals at second straight Games with silver in pole vault

Katie Moon reached the medals podium for the second straight Olympics in the women's pole vault, clearing 4.85 meters to claim a silver behind Australia's Nina Kennedy. Moon, who cleared 4.90 to win gold at the 2020 Games in Tokyo, passed on her attempt at 4.90 meters to raise the Paris bar to 4.95 meters but was unable to clear it. That gave the gold to Kennedy, who'd had a successful vault at 4.90 meters. Canada's Alysha Newman earned bronze.   

🥇 Women's Cycling: U.S. tops New Zealand to win team pursuit gold

The United States defeated New Zealand by a shade more than six-tenths of a second in the final race to win gold in the women's team pursuit finals on Wednesday at the National Velodrome. The team of Kristen Faulkner, Jennifer Valente, Lily Williams and Chloe Dygert defeated Great Britain to reach the finals, then finished in 4:04.306 seconds to beat New Zealand's 4:04.927.

It was Faulkner's second gold of the Games after winning the women's road race. 

🥇 Men's Track & Field: Quincy Hall makes huge comeback to win gold at 400m

Coming around the bend, it looked like Quincy Hall's 400-meter final was going off the rails, the dreams of an Olympic medal evaporating. Then he pulled off one of the most stunning rallies of these Games, passing the three competitors in front of him on the straightaway to win gold with a personal-best 43.40. It's the fifth-fastest time ever in the event, thanks to a kick for the ages.

🥈 Artistic Swimming: U.S. returns to medals podium, gets silver in team acrobatic routine finals

The United States returned to the medals podium in the team acrobatic routine finals for the first time in 20 years, claiming silver behind China with a score of 914.3421 points. The Americans won bronze at the Athens Games in 2004 and had won gold eight years earlier at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. The gold was China's first after three straight silvers.

The U.S. team included Anita Alvarez, Jaime Czarnowski, Megumi Field, Keana Hunter, Audrey Kwon, Jacklyn Luu, Daniella Ramirez, Ruby Remati and Calista Liu.

Men's Track & Field: Noah Lyles, Kenneth Bednarek, Erriyon Knighton advance to 200m final

Noah Lyles has secured his spot in the 200-meter final with a semifinal time of 20.08 seconds, the third-best overall time. Lyles is seeking to join the short list of sprinters who emerge from a single Olympics with the coveted double, gold in both the 100 and 200. Lyles is the reigning three-time world champion in the 200 at the world athletic championships.

Fellow American Kenneth Bednarek was one spot above Lyle with a time of 20.00 seconds. He took the silver medal in the Tokyo Games, three years ago. Lyles took bronze. 

Joining them will be another American in Erriyon Knighton, 17, who finished the semifinals fifth overall at 20.09 seconds. He proved his potential in Tokyo as the youngest male to represent the United States in track & field since 1964. He made the finals, but missed the podium with a fourth-place finish.

The men's 200-meter final is set for Thursday at 2:30 p.m. ET.

Men's Water Polo: United States tops Australia in shootout to reach semifinals

The United States has clinched their spot in the men's water polo semifinals. The Americans defeated Australia, 11-10, in a shootout to advance to the semifinals of the event. The United States found themselves trailing 7-6 in the final minute of regulation before Alex Bowen scored a power-play goal with just 32 seconds remaining to force a penalty shootout. In the penalty shootout, the Americans scored on four of their five attempts with Marko Vavic scoring the final goal to lift them to victory.

Now the United States will face off against Serbia on Friday at 8:35 a.m. ET. Serbia edged Greece, 12-11, on Wednesday to clinch its spot in the semifinals.

Men's Track & Field: Grant Holloway, Daniel Roberts, Freddie Crittenden advance to 110m hurdles final

Grant Holloway punched his ticket after a finish of 12.98 seconds, the best time of the semifinals. He earned the sliver medal in Tokyo and is a three-time world champion, so he will be the overwhelming favorite for gold in Paris.

Right behind him was Orlando Bennett from Jamaica, who set a personal best of 13.09 seconds. Daniel Roberts, who won bronze in the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, finished third with a time of 13.10 seconds. Meanwhile, Freddie Crittended -- who won the 2022 NCAA championship -- made it through at 13.23 seconds. 

The final is set to to take place Thursday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

Women's Golf: Americans start slow through 18 holes

Celine Boutier has opened up a significant five-stroke lead through 18 holes in her native France, but there are a trio of Americans who can still get themselves in contention for a medal at the Olympics. No one is closer than Lilia Vu, who sits at 2 under after the first round of play. United States stars Nelly Korda and Rose Zhang both shot even-par 72s to sit seven back of the lead and two off the podium, but with 54 holes remaining, they have plenty of time to make up ground.

Men's Volleyball: U.S. falls short of gold medal game amid late Poland rally

The Americans had the gold medal game in their sights Wednesday sitting just five points away from toppling a short-handed Poland team that was reeling in the fourth set. Instead, the United States was outscored 7-2 to lose that set before the Polish prevailed 15-13 in the deciding fifth set sending the U.S. into the bronze medal game. Though the Americans fought off four match points prior to their elimination, it was not enough for them to save their hopes of a competing for gold.

The United States has not claimed a gold since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, but it will have a chance to win bronze for the first time since the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games.

🥈 Men's Park Skateboarding: United States' Tom Schaar earns a silver medal

The United States made their way onto the podium on the skateboarding circuit. American skateboarder Tom Schaar captured a silver medal in the event's final with a top run of 92.23. Schaar, who is ranked as the No. 4 skateboard in the world, was competing in his first Olympics. Australia's Keegan Palmer won a gold medal in the event with a top run of 93.11 after reaching the top of the podium in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in men's park. In addition, United States skateboard Tate Carew finished in fifth place with his best score being 91.17. 

Men's Basketball: Durant hits Olympic scoring milestone

Kevin Durant won gold for Team USA in 2012, 2016 and 2021, and now, he is two wins away from his fourth Olympic gold medal. If Team USA finishes the job, Durant will become the first male Olympian to earn four gold medals in basketball.

Fittingly, he is now also the leading scorer (489 career points) in Team USA Olympic history. Watch the dunk against Brazil that put him atop the list of American all-time leading scorers -- both men's and women's.

Men's Basketball: Team USA crushes Brazil

The USA men's basketball team had no trouble with Brazil in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday. The Americans trounced Brazil, 122-87, to advance to the semifinals, where they will face Serbia on Thursday. Every single Team USA player scored in the 35-point win to start the knockout stage, and Devin Booker had a team-high 18 points. Here's more about the win .

Women's Beach Volleyball: United States' Sara Hughes, Kelly Cheng fall to Switzerland in quarterfinals

The United States' beach volleyball duo of Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng saw their Olympics run come to an end Tuesday, falling 2-0 (21-18, 21-19) to Tanja Hueberli and Nina Brunner of Switzerland. The Swiss duo had an advantage on the serve, and Brunner was absolutely everywhere defensively.

With Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss falling in the Round of 16, these Olympics will be the first time since 2000 that U.S. women's beach volleyball fails to medal.

🥉Men's Boxing: Omari Jones bows out in semifinal, earns bronze medal

Omari Jones' impressive Olympic run came to an end on Tuesday when he lost to Uzbekistan's Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev in the welterweight semifinals. Jones walks away from a deep run at 71 kilograms with a bronze medal. Jones put on a solid effort, taking two of the five official scorecards in coming up short by split decision. Jones' performance gives Team USA's boxing squad a medal in an otherwise underwhelming Olympics for the team. He was the only member of the four-member Team USA squad to earn a medal this year.

⚽ Women's Soccer: USA through, will battle for gold on Saturday

The United States women's national team played in another match that went to extra time, and just like against Japan in the quarterfinals, the Americans got a crucial goal to win 1-0 , advancing to Saturday's gold medal game. The U.S. got the lone goal from Sophia Smith, who brilliantly finished a fine ball from Mallory Swanson. But it didn't end there as goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher was forced into an incredibly fortunate foot save in the dying moments to preserve the win. The U.S. will now take on either Brazil or Spain in the final, with all signs pointing to the former. Brazil is leading Spain 3-0 in the 70th minute of the other semifinal. 

🥇 Wrestling: Amit Elor wins gold in women's 68-kilogram freestyle final

Twenty-year-old Amit Elor, the daughter of Israeli immigrants, became a gold medalist for the U.S. after completing a dominant Olympic run with a 3-0 defeat of Kyrgyzstan's Meerim Zhumanazarova in the women's freestyle final in the 68-kilogram weight class.

Elor won all four of her matches in Paris by a combined score of 31-2.

A teenage world champion at 72 kilograms in 2022 and 2023, Elor had to cut weight for the Games in Paris because her signature weight class is not part of the Olympic competition.

🥇🥉Track & Field: Gabby Thomas dominates for gold in women's 200 meters, Brittany Brown grabs bronze

Gabby Thomas dominated the women's 200 meters and took gold with a time of 21.83 seconds. This is the first time in 12 years the Americans finished atop of the podium in this event.

Saint Lucia's Julien Alfred, who edged Sha'Carri Richardson to win the 100m gold a few days earlier, earned the silver medal at 22.08 seconds. Meanwhile, the United States got another sprinter in the podium via Brittany Brown, who finished in 22.20 seconds. 

🥈 Track & Field: Annette Echinunwoke becomes first U.S. medalist in women's hammer throw

First-time Olympian Annette Echinunwoke became the first U.S. woman to medal in the hammer throw when she earned a silver in Tuesday's final. Her top throw of 75.48 meters, a season best, was good for second behind Canada's Camryn Rogers, who topped out at 76.97 meters. China's Jie Zhao won the bronze with a 74.27 meters.

Echinunwoke, whose parents were born in Nigeria, planned to represent that country in the 2020 Games but she and nine of her would-be Olympic teammate were banned after a testing protocol error by the African Federation of Nigeria. 

🥇🥉Track & Field: Cole Hocker wins gold, Yared Nuguse wins bronze in men's 1500m

United States' Cole Hocker caught Great Britain's Josh Kerr by surprise right before reaching the finish line as he came from the inside and took gold with an Olympic record time of 3:27.65.

Kerr still took home silver with a time of 3:27.79. Meanwhile, USA's Yared Nuguse looked like he might miss the podium, but he overpowered Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen from the outside to get bronze while setting a new personal best of 3:27.80. Nuguse had qualified for the Tokyo Games three years ago, but was not able to participate due to an injury. He more than redeemed himself on Tuesday.

Hocker and Nuguese became the first two Americans to medal in the men's 1500m since the 1912 Stockholm Olympics.

Track & Field: Quincy Hall, Norman Michael, Christopher Bailey qualify for men's 400m final

Quincy Hall arrived to Paris as one of the top runners to watch in this race as he earned the bronze medal in the 400-meter individual event at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest. He finished third best overall in today's semifinals with a time of 43.95 seconds, behind Grenada's Kirani James (43.78) and Zambia's Muzala Samukonga (43.81). 

Michael Norman qualified after finishing fifth overall at 44.26 seconds. Right behind him was Christopher Bailey, who did not finish top two in his heat but his time of 44.31 seconds was personal record and good enough for one of the eight spots in the final. 

The men's 400m final is set to take place Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 3:20 p.m. ET.

Men's Basketball: Get to know Team USA's opponent

Team USA men's basketball has never lost in the quarterfinals at the Olympics. The Americans will try to keep their unblemished quarterfinal record intact on Tuesday against Brazil. LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Co. cruised through the group stage with a 3-0 record. Now it's win-go-home time with a spot in the final four on the line. Here's what to know about Team USA vs. Brazil, which tips off at 3:30 p.m. ET in Paris.

Women's Volleyball: United States dominates Poland to clinch spot in semifinals

The United States women's volleyball team continues to look for their second consecutive gold medal in the Summer Games. The Americans topped Poland 25-22, 25-14, 25-20 in straight sets to clinch their spot in the Olympic semifinals.

The United States came out of the gate strong as they scored 10 of the first 15 points. However, Poland did rally late in the opening set to get within two points, but the Americans ultimately took the first set 25-22. In the second set, the United States were firmly in control throughout the duration of the frame. 

After the United States took the first two sets, they faced a little bit of adversity in the third set. Poland took a 7-1 lead out of the gate before the United States came back to tie the frame at 13-13. The Americans ended up outscoring Poland 12-7 to take the final set of the match.

Andrea Dews tallied 13 points in the match, while Avery Skinner and Kathyrn Plummer added 12 points apiece to pace the United States.

The United States won a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, while winning a bronze medal in 2016 and a silver medal in 2012. In fact, the team has medaled in each of the last four Summer Games. With the victory, the United States will now face top-seeded Brazil in the semifinals on Thursday.

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