Toefl exam Essentials

COMPUTER TEST VS. PAPER TEST
The listening section on the computer-based test (CBT) differs
from that on the old, paper-based test. Although you will listen
to the same kinds of conversations and talks, you will answer fewer
questions about each on the CBT. The listening section of the
CBT is also computer adaptive, meaning that the computer
selects questions based on your ability level. Your first question

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LISTENING
25
will be of average difficulty. If you answer it correctly, your next
question will be harder. If you answer incorrectly, your next ques-
tion will be easier. Here are some other key differences between
the two tests: