Math is a major component of the GED exam, which has two math sections (each containing 25 questions), according to Education Portal. For many people, the idea of a math test is a terrifying prospect, but special math-centered study guides can help students prepare for the test, enabling them to take the test with confidence. Barron's "Math Workbook for the GED" provides a diagnostic quiz that allows test takers to assess their skills and focus their studies accordingly, and includes four practice tests for students to take after studying the needed chapters.
Half of the language component of the GED examination consists of an essay writing assignment in which test takers are provided with a topic to discuss in a well-organized and coherent essay. This can be a challenge for those not used to writing. Guidebooks, such as "The GED Essay: Writing Skills to Pass the Test," will prepare students for this portion of the exam by teaching them the basics of proper grammar, how to build paragraphs and other aspects of how to clearly express their thoughts and views.
Aside from writing an essay, the language arts portion of the GED also requires students to revise and edit texts by way of 50 multiple choice questions, according to Purdue University. Various study books, such as the "GED Language Arts, Reading" book, from Learning Express, help students improve their lingual abilities for the test by way of practice tests and explanations of basic concepts and skills. The book also has detailed explanations of the correct answers to the test portion, in addition to general tips and strategies to prepare students for the exam.
For students who need to improve their skills in both math and language, a comprehensive, general GED study guide will provide a wealth of information on both portions of the test. McGraw-Hill's GED w/ CD-ROM, billed as "the most complete and reliable study program for the GED tests" provides in-depth information about the exam, helping test takers improve their math and English skills with four practice tests and a section with tips and hints to use when taking the actual text.