Question 1

Is MCB143 hard at UC Davis?

Accepted Answer

Based on 38 student ratings, MCB143 is demanding (difficulty 86/100). Grade accessibility is very high (94/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is MCB143?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as heavy compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in MCB143?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for MCB143 is rated 94/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 88%, B: 6%, C: 6%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for MCB143?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 5/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does MCB143 have?

Accepted Answer

MCB143 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: test heavy, lecture heavy, tough grader, graded by few things. Its difficulty score is 86/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend MCB143?

Accepted Answer

43% of students would recommend MCB143. Student satisfaction is rated 54/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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