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| The GED’s Structure | The GED consists of five tests in such disciplines as mathematics, social studies, science, reading and writing.
Mathematics: The mathematics test offers multiple-choice questions and it is necessary to have a basic knowledge of geometry, algebra, data analysis and number operations for the math test. If a person knows how to use a scientific calculator, it will be an added advantage, as the test allows using it.
Writing test: It consists of two parts. The first part is in a multiple-choice format which evaluates technicalities of the usage of English language. The second half includes a 45-minute long essay that can be based on the knowledges of a person and his or her background.
Science, Social Studies and Reading: These tests require an ability to read passages and answer the questions connected to it. The test evaluates the ability of a person to make assumptions, assessments and inferences from material given in short comprehension passages.
The duration of the GED test is 7.5 hours. A person receives 4000 marks, with 800 marks for a subject. The minimum passing marks varies from state to state, as various jurisdictions may set up different GED standards. According to the ACE (American Council on Education), a person should score at least 410 out of 800 in every subject and at least 2,250 out of 4000 in the GED test. While the average score for any given test should not be below 410, but if this does happen, then the other test scores should be well above 410, to balance out the remaining tests. All questions are multiple-choice, apart from for essay writing. A candidate should receive a minimum of 60% marks in the first pare of the test to pass. The essay writing section holds 40% of the score in second part of GED.
States bring the test result through mail. If a person scores well in some subjects and fails in others, he or she can re-take the failed-subjects next time.
There are official test centers in all the main cities. It is not possible to give a GED test online.
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