19 Ultimate GED Test, Practice Tests — GED Test Guide [Infographics]

What is the GED test?

The GED test is the only high school equivalency test recognized in all 50 US states. The test gives individuals who are least 18 years old another chance to get a high school equivalency certificate without going through school again. (Some states may allow individuals who are at least 16 years old to take the test, depending on certain conditions). A GED certification may be used for any of the following:

1. Apply for college or a training institution
2. Apply for better or higher paying jobs
3. Gain promotion at work
4. Gain confidence in one’s knowledge and abilities.

The test is answered on a computer. To date, around 20 million people have passed the GED.

What’s on the GED test?

The GED test has four subjects: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Reasoning Through Language Arts. All in all, the test is 7.5 hours long. However, you are not required to finish all the modules in one day. You will be asked to set the schedule for the exam per subject.

GED Mathematics

The GED Math test is an 115-minute, single-section test that covers quantitative problem-solving and algebraic problem-solving. It has 2 parts. The first part has 5 questions where you will be allowed to use a calculator. The second part has 41 test questions. The calculator will not be allowed here.

GED Science

The GED Science test is a 90-minute, single-section test that focuses on Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth and Space Science. The test includes Short Answer questions, where you will be required to either design an experiment or write an explanation after reading a text on science.

GED Social Studies

The GED Social Studies test is a 70-minute, single-section test. It has four major topics: Civics and Government, United States History, Economics, and Geography and the World.

GED Reasoning Through Language Arts

The GED Reasoning Through Language Arts test is a 150-minute test with three sections. The test assesses these three skills: the ability to read closely, the ability to write clearly, and the ability to edit and understand the use of standard written English in context. The first and third sections test all content. The second section has the Extended Response or the writing part of the test, where your ability to create arguments and use evidence as well as your command of the standard English language will be tested.

How to Register for the GED Test

1. Create an account at www.ged.com. Enter your legal name on your primary identification. Make sure to have a valid email address, too.
2. Complete your registration questions.
3. Provide additional documentation if needed.
4. Schedule your test.

How to Schedule the GED Test

1. Log into your account and click on the scheduling link.
2. Select your location, date, and time.
3. Pay for the test. You can pay using your credit card or debit card.
4. Review your receipt with all your appointment details: the test time, test center address, identification required, cancellation and rescheduling policy, and other items that you need to bring to the test center.

How to Prepare for the GED test:

1. Know the coverage of the GED test. Check out the GED checklist per subject.
2. Read books, listen to lectures, or watch online lessons on the topics that the GED test covers.
3. Take GED practice tests to test your knowledge and review for the test at the same time.
4. A lot a study time where you can focus, no matter how busy you are.
5. Plan ahead. This includes setting up your study area, making sure you get enough sleep and rest before the test and getting access to the best learning resources that focus on the GED test coverage.

What’s on the GED practice test?

• GED practice tests are online drills patterned after the actual GED exam.
• The goal of the practice test is to help you become familiar with the structure of the test and have an idea about the types of questions that you will encounter.
• Most of the questions are multiple-choice items, but there will also be fill-in-the-blank items and questions that require a short explanation.
• You will receive a score after the test, which will predict whether you’re likely to pass or not. You also have the option to reveal the answer to each test item, so you’ll know which areas you need to improve on.

What’s in the GED online lessons?

• GED online lessons are videos covering topics found in the actual GED test.
• It helps you understand concepts and retain information more easily with the help of visuals.
• The videos are short enough (15 minutes or less), helping you stay focused on the lessons.
• A friendly instructor delivers information in a simple and yet lively manner to keep the learning light and fun.

Check out our GED online lessons

After the Test:

1. Check your score the same day you test under the My Scores section of your MyGED online portal.

The passing score is 145–164 points. You need 165–174 points to get GED College Ready score or 175–200 points to get GED College Ready + Credit score. Some universities will require you to have at least a GED College Ready score. Note that you need to have a score of at least 145 on each subject in order to pass.

Log into your MyGED online portal to request your transcript. If you tested on paper or before 2014, you may request a transcript from your local or state office.

GED Test Guide, Test Prep and GED Practice Tests [Infographic]

If You Don’t Pass the Test:

You can take a test module and two subsequent module retests without restrictions between retakes. If you fail the second or the following retests, you will be asked to wait 60 days before you take another one. The price of the retest varies per state.

Originally published at www.testpreptoolkit.com.