GED COMPREHENSIVE ADVANCED
PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Solve for x in the equation: 3(x - 5) + 2x = 20.
A. x = 7
B. x = 5
C. x = 3
D. x = 9
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Distribute the 3: 3x - 15 + 2x = 20. Combine like terms: 5x - 15 =
20. Add 15 to both sides: 5x = 35. Divide by 5: x = 7.
2. In a biological cell, which organelle is responsible for generating most of the chemical
energy needed to power the cell’s biochemical reactions?
A. Mitochondria
B. Ribosome
C. Nucleus
D. Golgi apparatus
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell,
converting nutrients into ATP through cellular respiration.
3. Which historical document established the principle that everyone, including the king, was
subject to the law?
A. The Magna Carta
B. The Declaration of Independence
C. The Bill of Rights
D. The Articles of Confederation
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, was the first document to put
into writing the principle that the king and his government were not above the law.
4. Identify the tone of the following sentence: ‘Despite the overwhelming odds and the cold
rain, the marathon runner refused to stop until she crossed the finish line.’
A. Pessimistic
B. Indifferent
C. Sarcastic
D. Determined
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: The phrase ‘refused to stop’ and ‘despite the overwhelming
odds’ indicates a tone of perseverance and determination.
5. What is the slope of a line that passes through the points (2, 3) and (5, 12)?
A. 4
B. 2
C. 5
D. 3
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Slope (m) = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1). m = (12 - 3) / (5 - 2) = = 3.
6. Which process in the water cycle involves water vapor turning into liquid water?
A. Condensation
B. Transpiration
C. Sublimation
D. Evaporation
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is
changed into liquid water.
PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Solve for x in the equation: 3(x - 5) + 2x = 20.
A. x = 7
B. x = 5
C. x = 3
D. x = 9
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Distribute the 3: 3x - 15 + 2x = 20. Combine like terms: 5x - 15 =
20. Add 15 to both sides: 5x = 35. Divide by 5: x = 7.
2. In a biological cell, which organelle is responsible for generating most of the chemical
energy needed to power the cell’s biochemical reactions?
A. Mitochondria
B. Ribosome
C. Nucleus
D. Golgi apparatus
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell,
converting nutrients into ATP through cellular respiration.
3. Which historical document established the principle that everyone, including the king, was
subject to the law?
A. The Magna Carta
B. The Declaration of Independence
C. The Bill of Rights
D. The Articles of Confederation
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, was the first document to put
into writing the principle that the king and his government were not above the law.
4. Identify the tone of the following sentence: ‘Despite the overwhelming odds and the cold
rain, the marathon runner refused to stop until she crossed the finish line.’
A. Pessimistic
B. Indifferent
C. Sarcastic
D. Determined
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: The phrase ‘refused to stop’ and ‘despite the overwhelming
odds’ indicates a tone of perseverance and determination.
5. What is the slope of a line that passes through the points (2, 3) and (5, 12)?
A. 4
B. 2
C. 5
D. 3
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Slope (m) = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1). m = (12 - 3) / (5 - 2) = = 3.
6. Which process in the water cycle involves water vapor turning into liquid water?
A. Condensation
B. Transpiration
C. Sublimation
D. Evaporation
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is
changed into liquid water.
