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.