Test Subjects
The GED® test is made up of 4 subjects, broken into separate exams. You don’t have to take all 4 tests at once - you can space them out however it suits you and go at your own pace.
Mathematical Reasoning
Test Topics
Basic Math
Geometry
Basic Algebra
Graphs and Functions
Time (to take the test)
115 minutes
Short break between parts
Format
2 parts, calculator allowed on second part
Access to calculator reference sheet and math formula sheet
Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, fill-in-the-blank, select an area, and drop-down)
Price
Price varies by state. See cost per state.
Reasoning Through Language Arts
Test Topics
Reading for Meaning
Identifying and Creating Arguments
Grammar and Language
Time (to take the test)
150 minutes
10 minute break between parts 2 and 3
45 minutes for the written essay
Format
3 sections
1 written essay (extended response)
Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, select an area, and drop down)
Price
Price varies by state. See cost per state.
Social Studies
Test Topics
Reading for Meaning in Social Studies
Analyzing Historical Events and Arguments in Social Studies
Using Numbers and Graphs in Social Studies
Time (to take the test)
70 minutes
No breaks
Format
Calculator allowed
Access to calculator reference sheet
Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, fill in the blank, select an area, and drop down)
Price
Price varies by state. See cost per state.
Science
Test Topics
Reading for Meaning in Science
Designing and Interpreting Science Experiments
Using Numbers and Graphics in Science
Time (to take the test)
90 minutes
No breaks
Format
Calculator Allowed
Access to calculator reference sheet
Multiple choice and other question types (fill in the blank, drag and drop, select an area, and drop down)
Price
Price varies by state. See cost per state.
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