Sample ASVAB Test continued...

Mathematics Knowledge
The Mathematics Knowledge test consists of 25 problems designed to measure general mathematical knowledge. Included are questions on algebra and geometry.
Example:

      If 50 percent of X = 66, then X = (D. is the correct answer)

         A. 33.
         B. 66.
         C. 99.
         D. 132.

Now, try the following sample questions on your own:

    20. If X + 6 = 7, then X is equal to

       A. -1.
       B. 0.
       C. 1.
       D. 7/6.

    21. What is the area of this square?

      Area Diagram 

       A. 1 square foot.
       B. 5 square feet.
       C. 10 square feet.
       D. 25 square feet.

Mechanical Comprehension
The Mechanical Comprehension test consists of 25 items designed to measure your understanding of mechanical principles. Many items use drawings to illustrate specific principles.
Example:

      If gear A makes 14 revolutions, gear B will make (A. is the correct answer)

        Gears 

         A. 21.
         B. 17.
         C. 14.
         D. 9.

Now, try the following sample questions on your own:

    22. Which post holds up the greater part of the load?

       Load Diagram

       A. post A.
       B. post B.
       C. both are equal.
       D. not clear.

    23. In this arrangement of pulleys, which pulley turns fastest?

      Pulley Diagram 

       A. A.
       B. B.
       C. C.
       D. D.

Electronics Information
The Electronics Information test consists of 20 items dealing with electricity, radio principles and electronics.
Example:

      What does the abbreviation A.C. stand for? (C. is the correct answer)

         A. additional charge.
         B. alternating coil.
         C. alternating current.
         D. ampere current.

Now, try the following sample questions on your own:

    24. Which of the following has the least resistance?

       A. wood.
       B. iron.
       C. rubber.
       D. silver.

    25. In this circuit diagram, the resistance is 100 ohms and the current is 0.1 amperes.
    The voltage is

      Circuit Diagram 

       A. 5 volts.
       B. 10 volts.
       C. 100 volts.
       D. 1,000 volts.
       


That wasn't too hard, was it? The ASVAB test simply measures what you already know.    

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