2021 / 2022 Asvab for Dummies - Book + 7 Practice Tests Online + Flashcards + Video

Own the ASVAB test with the #1 guide on the market!Passing the ASVAB test is the essential ticket to getting into your dream branch of the military--and a good score can determine the shape of your career. A stellar performance can also help you get grants and bonuses for school, so--no pressure! But don't be daunted: like any military operation, having the right plan of attack and equipment are key--and as the number-one-selling guide year after year that's packed with all the information you need to win, the latest edition ASVAB For Dummies takes care of both of these in one!In a friendly, straightforward style, Angie Papple Johnston--who passed the test herself in 2006 to join the Army--provides in-depth reviews of all nine test subjects. Don't worry if you slept through some of this material in school; you'll find a complete refresher on everything you'll be expected to know--plus full explanations for every answer, drill exercises, and strategy cheat sheets for verbal, math, and general sciences. You'll also get tips on how to pinpoint areas where you need to develop mental muscle and to strengthen your test-taking skills. And if this weren't already giving you some pretty awesome firepower, you can also go online to reinforce your game using flashcards and customizable practice tests calibrated to address areas where you need help the most.* Match your skills against practice problems* Drill your math, science, and English knowledge to perfection* Master test strategy and tactics* Get one-year access to additional practice tests, flashcards, and videos onlineWhatever your aim for your military career, this book provides the perfect training ground for you to be the very best you can be on the day of the test!

List of contents

Introduction 1Part 1: Getting Started with the ASVAB 5Chapter 1: Putting the ASVAB under a Microscope 7Chapter 2: Knowing What It Takes to Get Your Dream Job 19Chapter 3: Getting Acquainted with Test-Taking and Study Techniques 25Part 2: Words to Live By: Communication Skills 33Chapter 4: Word Knowledge 35Chapter 5: Paragraph Comprehension 55Part 3: Making the Most of Math: Arithmetic Skills 73Chapter 6: Mathematics Knowledge and Operations 75Chapter 7: Algebra 97Chapter 8: Geometry 115Chapter 9: Arithmetic Reasoning: Math Word Problems 135Part 4: Examining General Science under a Microscope 151Chapter 10: General Science and Life Science 153Chapter 11: Physical Sciences 175Chapter 12: Earth and Space Sciences 195Part 5: The Whole Ball of Facts: Technical Skills 215Chapter 13: Auto Information 217Chapter 14: Shop Information 233Chapter 15: Mechanical Comprehension 247Chapter 16: Electronics Information 275Chapter 17: Assembling Objects 299Part 6: Practice ASVAB Exams 309Chapter 18: Practice Exam 1 311Chapter 19: Practice Exam 1: Answers and Explanations 343Chapter 20: Practice Exam 2 363Chapter 21: Practice Exam 2: Answers and Explanations 395Chapter 22: Practice Exam 3 413Chapter 23: Practice Exam 3: Answers and Explanations 445Chapter 24: AFQT Practice Exam 1 465Chapter 25: AFQT Practice Exam 1: Answers and Explanations 483Chapter 26: AFQT Practice Exam 2 493Chapter 27: AFQT Practice Exam 2: Answers and Explanations 511Part 7: The Part of Tens 523Chapter 28: Ten Surefire Ways to Fail the ASVAB 525Chapter 29: Ten Tips for Doing Well on the AFQT 529Chapter 30: Ten Ways to Boost Your Math and English Skills 533Part 8: Appendixes 537Appendix A: Matching ASVAB Scores to Military Jobs 539Appendix B: Countdown to Taking the ASVAB 557Appendix C: Word Knowledge Resources 561Index 579

About the author

Angie Papple Johnston joined the U.S. Army in 2006 as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist. During her second deployment as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Angie became her battalion's public affairs representative. She also served as the Lead Cadre for the Texas Army National Guard's Recruit Sustainment program.

Summary

Own the ASVAB test with the #1 guide on the market!

Passing the ASVAB test is the essential ticket to getting into your dream branch of the military--and a good score can determine the shape of your career. A stellar performance can also help you get grants and bonuses for school, so--no pressure! But don't be daunted: like any military operation, having the right plan of attack and equipment are key--and as the number-one-selling guide year after year that's packed with all the information you need to win, the latest edition ASVAB For Dummies takes care of both of these in one!

In a friendly, straightforward style, Angie Papple Johnston--who passed the test herself in 2006 to join the Army--provides in-depth reviews of all nine test subjects. Don't worry if you slept through some of this material in school; you'll find a complete refresher on everything you'll be expected to know--plus full explanations for every answer, drill exercises, and strategy cheat sheets for verbal, math, and general sciences. You'll also get tips on how to pinpoint areas where you need to develop mental muscle and to strengthen your test-taking skills. And if this weren't already giving you some pretty awesome firepower, you can also go online to reinforce your game using flashcards and customizable practice tests calibrated to address areas where you need help the most.
* Match your skills against practice problems
* Drill your math, science, and English knowledge to perfection
* Master test strategy and tactics
* Get one-year access to additional practice tests, flashcards, and videos online

Whatever your aim for your military career, this book provides the perfect training ground for you to be the very best you can be on the day of the test!

Product details

• Authors: Angela Papple Johnston, Angie Papple Johnston
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2021
• EAN: 9781119784173
• ISBN: 978-1-119-78417-3
• No. of pages: 608
• Subjects: Education and learning > Miscellaneous; Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration; Prüfungsvorbereitung, test prep, ASVAB, Allg. Prüfungsvorbereitung