On February 21,
the GED Testing Service made a change to the new GED test: the time allotted for the Mathematical Reasoning section increase by 25
minutes, for a new total time of 115 minutes.
This
change was made after analyzing data gathered from the 2014 GED program and
computer-based testing. The analysis revealed how long test-takers spent on
each question. As a result, it became clear that many people needed additional
time in one subject in particular–Mathematical Reasoning.
Some
important things to note about this change:
·
Test-taker
fees will not change
·
Test-takers
with existing math appointments will have their testing sessions automatically
updated with the new time
·
Test-takers
who have already taken the Mathematical Reasoning test are eligible for a free
retake whether they have passed or not
·
The GED
Ready™: The Official Practice Test (Mathematical Reasoning) time will increase
as well. An additional 13 minutes will be added.
·
In
addition to these items, there are more details available for GED
Administrators™, testing centers, and test-takers to ensure that this
adjustment happens smoothly.
How do
these changes affect preparation for the exam?Check math test
prep materials to ensure that the section is given the correct total of 115
minutes. Note that New Readers Press will be revising its new GED test prep materials to reflect this change.
