Section Three Science

Here you have the best Test Prep GED Section 3 Science practice exam questions

  • You have 75 total questions across 15 pages (5 per page)
  • These questions were last updated on March 24, 2026
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Question 1 of 75

In an acid base reaction, an acid reacts with a base to produce water and a salt. The pH scale can be used to describe the acidity of a liquid. Look at the diagram below. Which two liquids could undergo an

acid base reaction?

Exam GED Section 3 Science: Question 1 - Image 1
Answer

Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is D.

It is the only pair of liquids listed in which one is acidic (vinegarpH 3) and the other basic (bleachpH 9).
Question 2 of 75

According to Newtons laws of motion, an object set in motion remains in motion unless a force acts on it. If you suspend an object from a string and make it swing, the object will swing for a while, then slow down and stop. Why does the suspended object stop swinging?

Answer

Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is E.

The object set in motion slows down and stops swinging because the force of friction acts on it. The kinetic energy of the object is converted to heat energy through friction with air. Statements a, c, and d are true but are not the reason why the object stops swinging. An object having any mass can maintain motion, so the statement in choice b is wrong.
Question 3 of 75

In an exothermic process, heat is released by the process to the surroundings. An example of an exothermic process is burning wood. An endothermic process requires the input of heat from the surroundings. An example of an endothermic process is boiling water. Which of the following is an endothermic process?

Answer

Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is B.

An endothermic process requires the input of heat energy. The only one that requires input of energy (heat) is melting ice (ice melts when heated). The rest of the processes listed give off heat, so they are exothermic.
Question 4 of 75

Ice floats on water because -

Answer

Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is A.

Things that float are less dense than the substance in which they float.
Question 5 of 75

Which of the following is NOT true about gravity?

Answer

Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is B.

The statement is false because the gravitational force between two objects depends on the masses of both objects. All the other statements are true and consistent with Newtons Law of Gravitation.

About the Test Prep GED Section 3 Science Certification Exam

About the Exam

The Test Prep GED Section 3 Science (Section Three Science) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

How to Prepare

Work through all 75 practice questions across 15 pages. Focus on understanding the reasoning behind each answer rather than memorizing responses to be ready for any variation on the real exam.

Why Practice Exams?

Practice exams help you familiarize yourself with the question format, manage your time, and reduce anxiety on the test day. Our GED Section 3 Science questions are regularly updated to reflect the latest exam objectives.