overall band scores<\/a> are rounded to the nearest half band.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the average score across all four skills ends at .25, the value is rounded to the next half band. If the average score across all four skills ends at .75, the value is rounded to the next whole band. This is the rounding convention that applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The highest band of 9 signifies you are an expert user, demonstrating appropriateness, accuracy, fluency, and comprehensive comprehension of the English language. You also possess a full operational command of the language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lowest band possible is 1, which is specified as ‘non-user.’ You only get band 1 if you have virtually no capacity to communicate in the language, with the possible exception of a few words here and there. Band 0 is only assigned to you if you did not take the test. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take note that there are no such things as pass or fail in IELTS’s band scale, which means you technically cannot fail IELTS. It’s just that lower bands may hamper your opportunity to qualify for some university, immigration, or employment opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can You Pause During The Online Test?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You cannot pause during the online test. <\/strong>The test clock starts when you confirm your details and may not be paused. You also cannot pause the audio clips during your listening test. Therefore it is essential to practice multitasking to prepare for the test. <\/p>\n\n\n\nOne of the biggest misconceptions many candidates have about IELTS is that you can pause the test when you are taking it. The logic is that candidates should be able to pause the test clock for washroom breaks or to focus on answering exam questions without being distracted by the audio clips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, this is far from actuality and is incorrect. You cannot pause any of the tests. The test clock starts ticking the moment you confirm your details. You have 60 minutes for writing and reading and 30 minutes for listening. Since you cannot pause the test, you should focus on completing the tasks by that time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is also a common misconception that you can pause the audio clips during the listening test. You cannot do that. You will need to complete the listening tasks while having the audio clips playing in your ear. Therefore, you must practice multitasking to help your ability to listen along while completing the tasks. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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