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The GED (General Educational Development) exam is a high school equivalency test for adults who didn’t complete traditional high school. It certifies that test-takers have academic skills equivalent to a U.S. high school graduate. The exam consists of four subject tests<\/strong>,<\/a> each designed to assess college and career readiness. You can take them separately or together, and passing all four earns a GED diploma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Mathematical Reasoning<\/strong> (115 minutes): Covers quantitative problem-solving (45%) and algebraic problem-solving (55%). Topics include basic math, geometry, graphs, data analysis, fractions, decimals, percentages, equations, and functions. A calculator is allowed for most sections; formulas are provided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA)<\/strong> (150 minutes): Tests reading comprehension, writing, and grammar. Includes reading passages (literary and informational), editing sentences, and a 45-minute extended response essay analyzing an argument. Focuses on identifying main ideas, author’s purpose, evidence, and clear writing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Social Studies<\/strong> (70 minutes): Evaluates U.S. history, civics\/government, economics, and geography. Question types include multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, fill-in-the-blank, and short answers. Emphasizes interpreting charts, maps, timelines, and historical documents; about 50% involves data analysis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Science<\/strong> (90 minutes): Covers life science (40%), physical science (40%), and Earth\/space science (20%). Involves interpreting experiments, graphs, scientific reasoning, and hypotheses. No advanced memorization needed; focuses on evidence-based conclusions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The GED is computer-based (paper option in some locations), with adaptive difficulty. Scores range from 100\u2013200 per test; 145+ passes, 165+ indicates college readiness. Preparation resources include official GED practice tests, study guides, and online classes. Over 20 million people worldwide have earned GED credentials, opening doors to jobs, college, and military service.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","faq-categories":[],"class_list":["post-2011","faqs","type-faqs","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is in the GED Exam?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"GED exam Kenya: 4 tests in Math, Language Arts, Social Studies & Science. Discover topics, format, timing & passing scores in this 300-word FAQ. 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