The short answer
A D is often technically passing on a standard A–F scale, but that does not mean it satisfies every academic requirement. Programmes frequently require C or better in prerequisites, major courses and transfer work.
What changes the calculation
Graduation credit, financial-aid progress, athletic eligibility and progression rules can all use different thresholds. The syllabus and institution catalogue control the answer.
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