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What are the four tests?
The GED® has four tests or modules that can be taken in any order. Tests are computer-based and have to be taken at an approved GED testing center. The GED test will be about seven and a half hours long with the timing for each subject area as follows:
Reasoning through Language Arts (RLA)
- Time Limit: About 150 minutes, including a 10 minute break
- Content:
- Non-fiction & informational 75%
- Fiction and literature 25%
- No writing required
Mathematical Reasoning
- Time Limit: 115 minutes
- Content:
- Algebraic Problem Solving 55%
- Quantitative Problem Solving 45%
- Computer skills needed
- No writing required
- Calculations are required
Social Studies
- Time Limit: 70 minutes
- Content:
- Civics and Government 50%
- U.S. History 20%
- Economics 15%
- Geography and the world 15%
- No writing required
- Calculations are required
Science
- Time Limit: 90 minutes
- Content:
- Life Science 40%
- Physical Science 40%
- Earth and Space Science 20%
- No writing required
- Calculations are required
If you have any questions about the GED® tests, contact Metro North ABE.
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