A high school credit is

(A) when a teacher offers extra points for additional optional work.
(B) a unit awarded for passing courses.
(C) when you earn a grade by taking a test instead of going through the course.
(D) when you replace a poor grade on a quiz or test with a retake opportunity.

(B) a unit awarded for passing courses.

True or false: if you take a course and do not pass it, you still get the credit.

False. If you do not pass a course, you typically do not receive the credit for it.

What is the total number of credits you will need to graduate with a diploma?

The total number of credits required to graduate with a high school diploma varies depending on the educational system or institution. However, in the United States, the standard requirement is typically around 22-24 credits.