How to Prepare for the Armed Forces Test Asvab

by Barron's Educational Series, Inc.

• ISBN13: 9780764173806
• ISBN10: 0764173804
• Edition: CD
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-11-01
• Publisher: B E S Pub Co

Summary

Updated to reflect the test battery as it is currently given to all United States military service recruits, this manual presents review courses in all test subjects and four(?) full-length practice exams with all questions answered and explained. Subjects reviewed include general science, arithmetic reasoning, word knowledge, paragraph reading comprehension, numerical operations, coding speed, auto and shop information, math knowledge, mechanical comprehension, and fundamentals of electronics. In addition, the test's general structure is described, and effective study guidelines are suggested. The book features all new graphics and dramatically improved page layouts. The optional CD-ROM simulates the actual Computer Adaptive Test as it is currently given to recruits at armed forces testing centers.

Table of Contents

Introduction
All About the ASVAB	3	(8)
What Is It?	3	(4)
Sample Questions	7	(4)
Test-Taking Techniques	11	(10)
Rules for Studying More Effectively	11	(1)
The Test Day	12	(1)
Strategies for Handling Multiple-Choice Questions	12	(9)
Diagnose Your Problem
Model Examination One	21	(70)
Model Examination---Subtests 1 to 10	21	(44)
Answers and Answers Explained	65	(26)
Correct Your Weaknesses
General Science Review	91	(34)
Before You Begin	91	(1)
Life Science	92	(9)
Earth Science	101	(4)
Chemistry	105	(10)
Physics	115	(10)
Mathematics Review	125	(27)
Tips for Studying	125	(1)
Laws and Operations	125	(2)
Fractions	127	(1)
Using Arithmetic Operations with Fractions	128	(3)
Decimals	131	(2)
Percents	133	(2)
Square Root	135	(1)
Algebra	135	(7)
Geometry	142	(10)
Paragraph Comprehension and Word Knowledge Review	152	(32)
Paragraph Comprehension	152	(4)
How to Build Your Vocabulary	156	(7)
A Basic 1100-Word Vocabulary	163	(21)
Coding Speed Skills	184	(8)
Improving Your Memory	184	(1)
Techniques for Remembering Words	184	(3)
Techniques for Remembering Numbers	187	(3)
Final Guidelines	190	(2)
Automotive Information Review	192	(72)
Parts of an Automobile	192	(1)
The Engine	193	(8)
The Drive System	201	(6)
Braking System	207	(3)
Internal Combustion Engine	210	(15)
Power Transmission System in an Automobile	225	(5)
Manual Shift Transmission	230	(8)
Planetary Gears	238	(2)
Automatic Transmission	240	(9)
Power Train Configurations	249	(3)
Transmission and Engine---A Summary	252	(1)
Common Problems	253	(11)
Shop Information Review	264	(23)
Tools	264	(14)
Materials	278	(7)
Design and Layout	285	(2)
Basic Mechanics Review	287	(13)
Force	287	(1)
Kinds of Force	287	(3)
Action and Reaction	290	(1)
Balanced Forces	290	(1)
Components of a Force	291	(1)
The Inclined Plane	292	(1)
Simple Machines	292	(1)
The Pulley Principle	292	(2)
The Work Principle	294	(1)
Levers	295	(1)
Hydraulic Jack	296	(1)
A Loading Ramp	297	(1)
A Vise	297	(1)
Machines That Spin	298	(1)
Power	298	(2)
Electronics Information Review	300	(87)
Basic Atomic Structure	300	(2)
Electric Energy	302	(1)
Magnetism and Electricity	302	(1)
Electric Current	302	(1)
Conductors	303	(1)
Insulators	304	(1)
Semiconductors	305	(1)
Power	306	(1)
Resistance	306	(3)
Conductance	309	(1)
Ohm's Law	309	(2)
Circuits	311	(4)
Inductance	315	(1)
Alternating Current	316	(3)
Transformers	319	(2)
Inductive Reactance	321	(2)
Capacitors	323	(3)
Capacitive Reactance	326	(1)
Resonance	327	(2)
Changing Alternating Current to Direct Current	329	(4)
Power Supply Rectifiers	333	(3)
Filters	336	(1)
Vacuum Tubes	336	(4)
Semiconductors	340	(3)
The Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR)	343	(1)
Transistors	344	(3)
Integrated Circuits	347	(1)
Batteries	348	(4)
Electric Motors	352	(3)
Electric Meters	355	(3)
Amplitude-Modulated Receivers	358	(1)
Frequency-Modulated Receivers	359	(3)
FM Stereo	362	(2)
Other FM Users	364	(1)
Stereo Equipment	364	(1)
Transducers	365	(1)
Television	365	(4)
Color Television	369	(7)
Solder and Soldering	376	(11)
Test Yourself
Model Examination Two	387	(68)
Model Examination---Subtests 1 to 10	387	(42)
Answers and Answers Explained	429	(26)
Model Examination Three	455	(72)
Model Examination---Subtests 1 to 10	455	(45)
Answers and Answers Explained	500	(27)
Model Examination Four	527	(70)
Model Examination---Subtests 1 to 10	527	(43)
Answers and Answers Explained	570	(27)
Planning Your Future
Analyzing Your Test Scores and Job Opportunities	597	(2)
Chart Your Progress	597	(1)
Study Guide	598	(1)
Analyzing Your Job Opportunities	599