What is PTE Academic Exam pattern?

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A computer-based examination of English competence, the PTE Academic is intended for non-native English speakers who want to study, work, or immigrate overseas. Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening are the four main areas in which the test evaluates proficiency. The Speaking and composing porti

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Priya Garg | Contributor-Level 10

2 years ago

The pattern of the PTE exam which lasts for two hours is very simple. The PTE exam pattern is designed to assess the English language Speaking & Writing, Reading and Listening skills of the test taker in three parts. Since the PTE Academic exam is an integrated skills test, more than one skill gets

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