ETS College and Graduate Admissions Tests 5

Question 1

A test-taker's GRE Quantitative score is at the 70th percentile. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

They scored higher than 70% of all test-takers in a reference group

Answer

A percentile rank indicates the percentage of test-takers in the reference group who scored lower than the individual, so 70th percentile means outperforming 70% of test-takers.

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary reason ETS introduced the 'Preview' feature during computer-based GRE testing?

Accepted Answer

To show test-takers the question types in each section before testing begins

Answer

The GRE Preview feature familiarizes test-takers with the question types and directions before each section's timer begins, reducing anxiety during testing.

Question 3

What is the approximate total testing time for the GRE General Test (excluding breaks)?

Accepted Answer

2 hours 45 minutes

Answer

The revised shorter GRE General Test (introduced in 2023) takes approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes—roughly 2 hours—excluding optional breaks.

Question 4

Which of the following is an ETS-administered exam used specifically for English-language certification in academic contexts?

Accepted Answer

TOEFL iBT

Answer

The TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test) is administered by ETS and is widely used for English-language admission requirements at universities.

Question 5

What is the purpose of ETS's Validity Statement on score reports?

Accepted Answer

To indicate that scores reflect the test-taker's performance under standardized conditions

Answer

The ETS Validity Statement on score reports certifies that the scores were earned under standardized, secure testing conditions and accurately represent the test-taker's performance.

(ETS) Educational Testing Service Practice Test

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ETS College and Graduate Admissions Tests 5