You can use the characters M and X to indicate missing (M) and exempt (X) assignment grades in grade entry. To indicate the assignment is missing, enter "M." The M equals a zero assignment grade in calculations. To indicate the missing assignment is exempt, enter "X." The X does not have a number equivalent, it is ignored and excluded from all calculations.
If you enter an "X" as an assignment grade, the X cannot be considered a grade to drop. If you enter an "M" as an assignment grade, the M can be considered a grade to drop.
In the Missing Assignments Report, only blank and "M" grades are considered missing assignments. Assignment grades of zero or X are not considered missing.