If you detect such a problem on a homework, let us know about it as soon as possible, as it will save us all a lot of work. The grading in this class will include subjective components. In grading proofs we will emphasize clarity. In grading essay answers, we will weight both the force of your arguments and how completely they consider all the issues. Although we will not always make fine distinctions in points the nominal minimum standards are given by the following table.
Normal problems are essential material.
Extra credit problems do not count as normal problems, but can be handed in. They are discussed further below . On homeworks, the points and type of problem follow the problem number. The points used to figure your grade on a homework are the points you earn for the normal problems. You may accumulate extra credit points on problems marked extra credit.