2020/2021 ASVAB for dummies

[0]. Introduction About this book Foolish assumptions Icons used in this book Beyond the book Where to go from here Part 1. Getting started with the ASVAB 1. Putting the ASVAB under a microscope Knowing which version you're taking Mapping out the ASVAB subtests Deciphering ASVAB scores Do-over : retaking the ASVAB 2. Knowing what it takes to get your dream job Eyeing how ASVAB scores determine military training programs and jobs Understanding how each branch computes line scores 3. Getting acquainted with test-taking and study techniques Taking the test : computerized or paper? Tackling multiple-choice questions When you don't know an answer : guessing smart Studying and practicing for the ASVAB Making last-minute preparations : 24 hours and counting

Part 2. Words to live by : communication skills 4. Word knowledge Grasping the importance of word knowledge Checking out the word knowledge question format Building words from scratch : strategies to help you decipher word meanings Yin and yang : understanding synonyms and antonyms ASVAB word knowledge strategy : finding the answer when you just don't know You are what you speak : improving your vocabulary, improving yourself Word knowledge practice questions Answers and explanations 5. Paragraph comprehension Understanding the importance of paragraph comprehension for military jobs Eyeing the physique of the paragraph comprehension subtest Trying the four flavors of comprehension questions Do you get my point? : breaking down paragraphs Analyzing what you've read : guessing at what the writer really means Faster than a speeding turtle : tips for slow readers Test-taking tips for reading and gleaning Paragraph comprehension practice questions Answers and explanations

Part 3. Making the most of math : arithmetic skills 6. Mathematics knowledge and operations Just when you thought you were done with vocab : math terminology Operations : what you do to numbers Working on both sides of the line : fractions A powerful shorthand : writing in scientific notation Getting to the root of the problem Test-taking techniques for your mathematical journey Math knowledge and operations practice questions Answers and explanations 7. Algebra Coming to terms with basic algebra lingo Solving for x When all things are equal : keeping an algebra equation balanced Tackling two-variable equations Explaining exponents in algebra A step back : factoring algebra expressions to find original numbers Making alphabet soup : solving quadratic equations All math isn't created equal : solving inequalities Algebra practice questions Answers and explanations 8. Geometry Outlining angles Pointing out triangle types Back to square one : quadrilaterals Going around in circles Fillin' it up : calculating volume Mapping out coordinates Geometry practice questions Answers and explanations 9. Arithmetic reasoning : math word problems Tackling the real world of word problems The guessing game : putting reason in your guessing strategy Arithmetic reasoning (math word problems) practice questions Answers and explanations

Part 4. Examining general science under a microscope 10. General science and life science There's a scientific method to the madness Understanding forms of measurement Uncovering biology, from big to small Perusing the human body systems Digging through plant physiology Thinking small : a look at cells Swimming in the gene pool : genetics Using common sense to hypothesize about answers General and life science practice questions Answers and explanations 11. Physical sciences Chemistry : not blowing up the lab Physics : it matters (and it's matter) Physical science practice questions Answers and explanations 12. Earth and space sciences Staying down to Earth with geology and meteorology Paleontology : can you dig it? Where few have gone before : astronomy Getting back to your Latin roots to improve your test score Earth and space science practice questions Answers and explanations

Part 5. The whole ball of facts : technical skills 13. Auto information Checking under the hood Cruising toward a better score Auto information practice questions Answers and explanations 14. Shop information Picking up the tools of the trade Sticking materials together with fasteners Building a better score Shop information practice questions Answers and explanations 15. Mechanical comprehension Understanding the forces of the universe You call that work?! Relying on machines to help you work Working your way to a better test score Mechanical comprehension practice questions Answers and explanations 16. Electronics information Uncovering the secrets of electricity Switching things up with alternating and direct current Picture it : decoding electrical circuit codes Eyeing some electronic information test tips Electronics information practice questions Answers and explanations 17. Assembling objects Getting the picture about assembling objects Two types of questions for the price of one Tips for the assembling objects subtest Assembling objects practice questions Answers and explanations

Part 6. Practice ASVAB exams 18. Practice exam 1 19. Practice exam 1 : answers and explanations 20. Practice exam 2 21. Practice exam 2 : answers and explanations 22. Practice exam 3 23. Practice exam 3 : answers and explanations 24. AFQT practice exam 1 25. AFQT practice exam 1 : answers and explanations 26. AFQT practice exam 2 27. AFQT practice exam 2 : answers and explanations

Part 7. The part of tens 28. Ten surefire ways to fail the ASVAB Choosing not to study at all Failing to realize how scores are used Studying for unnecessary subtests Losing focus Panicking over time Deciding not to check the answers Making wild guesses or not guessing at all Changing answers Memorizing the practice test questions Misunderstanding the problem 29. Ten tips for doing well on the AFQT As soon as the test starts, write down what you're likely to forget Read all the answer choices before deciding Don't expect perfect word matches Read the passages before the questions Reread to find specific information Base conclusions only on what you read Change percents to decimals Understand inverses Remember how ratios, rates, and scales compare Make sure your answers are reasonable 30. Ten ways to boost your math and English skills Practice doing math problems Put away your calculator Memorize the order of operations Know your geometry formulas Keep a word list Study Latin and Greek Use flashcards Read more, watch TV less Practice finding main and supporting points Use a study guide

Part 8. Appendixes

Appendix A : matching ASVAB scores to military jobs

Appendix B : countdown to taking the ASVAB

Appendix C : word knowledge resources.