GED-TEST sample questions

Question 1

A city council is debating a proposal to convert a vacant downtown lot into a multi-use skatepark. An urban planning consultant presents the following data table comparing the projected costs and benefits over a 5-year period.

| Metric | Projected Value | Margin of Error |
|-------------------------|-----------------|-----------------|
| Initial Construction Cost | $250,000 | +/- $20,000 |
| Annual Maintenance | $15,000 | +/- $3,000 |
| Annual Vandalism Repair | $8,000 | +/- $5,000 |
| Projected Annual Revenue| $5,000 | +/- $1,500 |
| Increase in Local Sales | 2% per year | +/- 0.5% |

To calculate the worst-case net financial outcome for the city over 5 years, which calculation should be performed?

Accepted Answer

($250,000 + $20,000) + 5 * (($15,000 + $3,000) + ($8,000 + $5,000) - ($5,000 - $1,500))

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($250,000 - $20,000) + 5 * (($15,000 - $3,000) + ($8,000 - $5,000) - ($5,000 + $1,500))

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$250,000 + 5 * ($15,000 + $8,000 - $5,000)

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($250,000 + $20,000) + (($15,000 + $3,000) + ($8,000 + $5,000) - ($5,000 - $1,500))

Question 2

Read the following excerpt from a historical analysis of the U.S. Constitution.

'The genius of the Constitution lies not in its perfection, but in its adaptability. The amendment process, though deliberately arduous, provides a mechanism for correction and evolution. Furthermore, the principle of judicial review, while not explicitly enumerated, has allowed the document's broad principles to be applied to circumstances the Framers could never have envisioned. This combination of a stable framework and interpretive flexibility has been the key to its longevity.'

Based on the excerpt, which two factors are most critical to the Constitution's endurance? (Select TWO)

Accepted Answer

The ability to change the document through a formal process.

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The capacity for the courts to apply its principles to new situations.

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The detailed and specific nature of its language.

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The unchanging interpretation by the executive branch.

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The ease with which it can be amended.

Question 3

A student is investigating how temperature affects the rate of a chemical reaction. They combine two reactants in a beaker and measure the time it takes for the solution to change color at different temperatures. The results are recorded below.

| Temperature (°C) | Time to Color Change (seconds) |
|------------------|--------------------------------|
| 10 | 120 |
| 20 | 65 |
| 30 | 32 |
| 40 | 15 |

Which statement represents a valid conclusion from this experiment?

Accepted Answer

As temperature increases, the time required for the reaction to complete decreases.

Answer

The reaction rate is directly proportional to the time.

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The reaction will not occur at temperatures below 10°C.

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The color change will happen instantly at 50°C.

Question 4

Which of the following sentences contains a grammatical error in subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The data collected by the scientists support the initial hypothesis.

Answer

Each of the contestants hopes to win the grand prize.

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The team of researchers is publishing its findings next month.

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Neither the manager nor the employees were aware of the policy change.

Question 5

A landscaper is designing a circular garden with a radius of 7 feet. They plan to build a concentric circular path around the garden that is 3 feet wide. What is the area of the path only, in square feet? (Use π ≈ 3.14)

Accepted Answer

160.14 square feet

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94.2 square feet

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153.86 square feet

Answer

314 square feet

Question 6

The principle of 'checks and balances' in the U.S. government is designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is a primary example of the legislative branch checking the power of the executive branch?

Accepted Answer

The Senate rejecting a presidential appointment for a cabinet position.

Answer

The President vetoing a bill passed by Congress.

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The Supreme Court declaring a law unconstitutional.

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The President issuing an executive order.

Question 7

True or False: In a food web, energy flows from the producers to the consumers, and nutrients are cycled back to the producers by decomposers.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 8

A candidate's campaign speech includes the following statement: 'My opponent's plan to raise taxes on small businesses will destroy our local economy. He has never run a business, so how could he possibly understand what's best for it?'

This statement primarily relies on which type of rhetorical fallacy?

Accepted Answer

Ad Hominem

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Straw Man

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False Dilemma

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Slippery Slope

Question 9

A car rental company charges a flat fee of $40 per day plus $0.15 per mile driven. If a customer's total bill for a one-day rental was $65.50, which equation could be used to find the number of miles, *m*, the customer drove?

Accepted Answer

0.15m + 40 = 65.50

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40m + 0.15 = 65.50

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40 + 65.50 = 0.15m

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m = (65.50 - 0.15) / 40

Question 10

**Case Study: The Community Garden Proposal**

*The following are two letters to the editor of the Oakwood City Gazette regarding a proposal to turn a city-owned vacant lot into a community garden.*

**Letter 1: Support the Garden**

The plan to create a community garden on the Elm Street lot is a brilliant investment in our city’s future. For a minimal cost, we can create a space that provides fresh, healthy produce for residents, particularly those in food deserts. Studies from cities like Philadelphia show these gardens reduce crime rates by fostering community engagement and giving teenagers a constructive outlet. The garden will also serve as an outdoor classroom for our schools, teaching valuable lessons about biology and nutrition. It will beautify a neglected eyesore, increasing property values for surrounding homes. This is a clear win for community, health, and education.

**Letter 2: A Misguided Idea**

While a community garden sounds pleasant, it is a fiscally irresponsible use of prime city real estate. The Elm Street lot is zoned for commercial use and could be sold to a developer for an estimated $500,000, generating significant one-time revenue and ongoing property taxes. This revenue could fund essential services like road repair or hiring more firefighters. Proponents ignore the hidden costs: city water usage, pest control, and the inevitable volunteer burnout that will leave the city to manage a weedy, abandoned plot. Instead of a garden, a small retail plaza would create permanent jobs and serve far more residents than a handful of gardeners. We need practical solutions, not passion projects.

Which statement best synthesizes the central conflict between the two letters?

Accepted Answer

The conflict is between valuing the lot for its potential social and community benefits versus its potential direct financial and economic benefits.

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Both authors agree that the vacant lot is an eyesore, but they disagree on the best method for beautifying it.

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Letter 1 focuses on the immediate costs of the garden, while Letter 2 focuses on the long-term costs of a retail plaza.

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Letter 1 is based on emotional appeals, whereas Letter 2 uses verifiable data and statistics to support its claims.

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Which of the following sentences contains a grammatical error in subject-verb agreement?

A landscaper is designing a circular garden with a radius of 7 feet. They plan to build a concentric circular path around the garden that is 3 feet wide. What is the area of the path only, in square feet? (Use π ≈ 3.14)

The principle of 'checks and balances' in the U.S. government is designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is a primary example of the legislative branch checking the power of the executive branch?

True or False: In a food web, energy flows from the producers to the consumers, and nutrients are cycled back to the producers by decomposers.

A car rental company charges a flat fee of $40 per day plus $0.15 per mile driven. If a customer's total bill for a one-day rental was $65.50, which equation could be used to find the number of miles, m, the customer drove?

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