GED = Job Security
I want to take a moment to talk about when’s the right time to get your GED. There’s a lot of talk now about a recession… and people are worried about money and about their jobs. That makes people less likely, sometimes, to make changes or start something new.
It’s natural to get nervous when the news says a recession’s coming. But that’s exactly the time that you want to go forward and get your GED.
Jobs may be getting more scarce… and you might find yourself searching for one. That’s when having a GED, and having all the advantages you can get, can help you. The GED makes you qualified for many more jobs, and more valuable at your current job, too. It makes life easier in good times… and definitely in bad times.
Now’s the time to be prepared, and getting your GED is a great step. For most people, it only takes a few weeks of study to brush up the skills to get a GED.
Here’s an article with more information about the GED and the job market:
GEDs possible edge in slow economic times
by Brittany Lusk, Daily Herald
Ratios…Distances on Maps
Jesse wrote in with a question for Curtis about finding distances on maps. Check out Curtis’s answer about using ratios to find distances on maps.
Quadratic Equations and Graphs
Austin wrote in with a question for Curtis about solving quadratic equations and understanding graphs. Check out Curtis’s answer to learn about factoring quadratic equations, finding slopes, and more useful information.
Changing Fractions to Decimals
Mark wrote in to ask how to convert fractions to decimals without using a calculator. Check out Curtis’s answer.
What Should You Study Most in GED Math?
S. Sain-Mellner asked how many questions you need to get right on the GED math test and what you should study the most. Check out Curtis’s answer to this important question.
How Can You Pass GED Reading?
Blessing wrote in to ask what the trick is to do well on the reading section. Check out Maria’s answer for some good reading advice.
GED Practice Essay from Andre
Andre sent Elizabeth a sample essay to take a look at. Check out Liz’s comments on how to improve a GED essay.
For more information on the GED test and GED test preparation, visit The GED Academy.
