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| Study Guide Checklist | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Introduction to the ASVAB | |
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| Format of the ASVAB | |
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| Contents of the ASVAB | |
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| Taking The Test | |
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| Guess the Correct Answer | |
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| Understand Multiple-Choice Questions | |
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| Examples of Questions | |
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| Scoring | |
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| Questions Commonly Asked About the ASVAB | |
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| A Final Word About Careers | |
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| Diagnostic Test | |
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| Diagnostic Test | |
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| General Science | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning | |
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| Word Knowledge | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension | |
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| Auto and Shop Information | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension | |
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| Electronics Information | |
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| Assembling Objects | |
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| Answer Key for Diagnostic Test | |
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| Diagnostic Test Answers and Explanations | |
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| General Science (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Word Knowledge (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Auto and Shop Information (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Electronics Information (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Assembling Objects (Diagnostic Test Answers) | |
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| Subject Area Review | |
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| General Science | |
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| Life Sciences | |
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| The Cellular Basis of Life | |
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| Genetics | |
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| Principles of Evolution | |
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| Classification of Life (Taxonomy) | |
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| Anatomy and Physiology | |
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| Ecology | |
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| Chemistry | |
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| Matter and Atomic Structure | |
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| The Periodic Table | |
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| Atoms, Molecules, and Compounds | |
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| Chemical Equations and Reactions | |
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| Acids, Bases, and Solutions | |
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| Important Elements of the Periodic Table | |
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| Measurements | |
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| Energy | |
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| Radioactivity | |
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| Metals | |
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| Organic Chemistry | |
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| Physics | |
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| Motion | |
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| Translational Motion | |
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| Speed and Velocity | |
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| Graphical Analysis of Motion | |
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| Motion in One Dimension | |
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| Equations of Kinematics | |
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| Motion in Vertical Plane | |
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| Newton's Laws Of Motion | |
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| Weight and Mass | |
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| Frictional Force | |
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| Energy and Work | |
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| Gravitational Potential Energy | |
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| Fluids | |
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| Sound Waves | |
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| Electricity | |
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| Earth Science | |
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| Geology | |
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| Meteorology | |
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| Oceanography | |
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| Astronomy | |
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| General Science Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning | |
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| Using Numbers | |
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| Whole Numbers | |
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| Rounding Whole Numbers | |
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| Fractions | |
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| Decimals | |
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| Percents | |
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| Arithmetic Operations | |
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| Addition | |
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| Subtraction | |
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| Multiplication | |
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| Division | |
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| Arithmetic Word Problems | |
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| Measurement | |
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| Arithmetic Knowledge Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Word Knowledge | |
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| Improving Your Vocabulary | |
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| Boosting Your Score with Prefixes, Roots, and Suffixes | |
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| Prefixes | |
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| Roots | |
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| Suffixes | |
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| Strategies for Scoring Well | |
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| Word Knowledge Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension | |
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| Test-Taking Strategies | |
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| Kinds of Questions | |
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| Identifying Stated Facts | |
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| Identifying Reworded Facts | |
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| Determining Sequence of Events | |
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| Identifying Main Ideas | |
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| Drawing Conclusion | |
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| Determining Purpose | |
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| Identifying Technique | |
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| Determining Mood and Tone | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension Practice Questions | |
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| Answers to Practice Questions | |
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| Auto and Shop Information | |
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| Automobile Knowledge | |
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| The Basics on Engines | |
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| Valve Operation | |
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| Auto Measurements | |
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| Engine Lubrication | |
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| Warning Lights and Gauges | |
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| Engine Cooling | |
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| Four-Stroke Cycle | |
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| Fuel Supply | |
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| Ignition | |
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| Electrical System | |
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| Transmissions and Axles | |
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| Drivetrain Configurations | |
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| Drivetrain Advantages | |
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| The Chassis | |
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| Suspensions | |
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| Shop Information | |
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| Measuring Tools | |
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| Fasteners | |
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| Screws | |
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| Bolts | |
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| Miscellaneous Hardware | |
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| Hand Tools | |
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| Clamps and Vises | |
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| Abrasives and Wood Preparation | |
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| Joints and Gluing | |
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| Lumber | |
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| Power Tools | |
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| Working with Concrete | |
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| Design, Layout, and Planning | |
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| Auto and Shop Information Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge | |
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| Number Theory | |
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| Factors | |
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| Common Factors | |
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| Prime Numbers | |
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| Multiples | |
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| Exponents | |
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| Square Roots | |
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| The Order of Operations | |
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| Operations with Integers | |
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| Adding Positive and Negative Numbers | |
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| Subtracting Positive and Negative Numbers | |
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| Multiplying and Dividing Positive and Negative Numbers | |
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| Negative Numbers and Exponents | |
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| Operations with Fractions | |
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| Equivalent Fractions | |
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| Adding and Subtracting Fractions | |
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| Multiplying and Dividing Fractions | |
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| Algebraic Operations and Equations | |
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| Numerical Evaluation | |
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| Solving Equations | |
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| Solving Word Problems | |
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| Multiplication with Exponents | |
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| Factoring | |
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| Simplifying Algebraic Expressions | |
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| Geometry and Measurement | |
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| Angle Measurement | |
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| Properties of Triangles | |
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| Properties of Circles | |
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| Perimeter and Area | |
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| Coordinates and Slope | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension | |
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| Properties of Materials | |
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| Weight, Density, and Strength | |
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| Expansion and Contraction | |
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| Absorption | |
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| Center of Gravity | |
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| Structural Support | |
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| Fluid Dynamics | |
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| Mechanical Motion | |
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| Centrifuges | |
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| Simple Machines | |
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| Compound Machines | |
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| Strategies for Scoring Well | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Electronics Information | |
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| Basics of Electricity | |
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| Electric Power Generation | |
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| Electrical Components, Units, and Symbols | |
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| AC and DC Power | |
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| Ohm's Law | |
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| Joule's Law | |
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| Wires, Cables, and Traces | |
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| Electric Motors | |
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| Analog and Digital Devices | |
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| Vacuum Tubes | |
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| Semiconductors | |
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| Integrated Circuits | |
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| Radio and Television | |
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| Electronic Test Equipment | |
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| Compact Discs and Digital Video Discs | |
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| Electronics Information Practice Questions | |
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| Answers and Explanations for Practice Questions | |
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| Assembling Objects | |
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| The Questions | |
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| Puzzles | |
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| Connections | |
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| Final Word | |
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| Assembling Objects Practice Questions | |
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| Answers for Practice Questions | |
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| Three Full-Length Practice Tests | |
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| Answer Sheet for Practice Test 1 | |
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| ASVAB Practice Test 1 | |
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| General Science | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning | |
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| Word Knowledge | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension | |
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| Auto and Shop Information | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension | |
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| Electronics Information | |
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| Assembling Objects | |
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| Answer Key for Practice Test 1 | |
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| Practice Test 1 Answers and Explanations | |
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| General Science (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Word Knowledge (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Auto and Shop Information (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Electronics Information (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Assembling Objects (Practice Test 1 Answers) | |
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| Answer Sheet for Practice Test 2 | |
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| ASVAB Practice Test 2 | |
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| General Science | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning | |
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| Word Knowledge | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension | |
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| Auto and Shop Information | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension | |
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| Electronics Information | |
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| Assembling Objects | |
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| Answer Key for Practice Test 2 | |
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| ASVAB Practice Test 2 Answers and Explanations | |
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| General Science (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Word Knowledge (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Auto and Shop Information (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Electronics Information (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Assembling Objects (Practice Test 2 Answers) | |
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| Answer Sheet for Practice Test 3 | |
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| ASVAB Practice Test 3 | |
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| General Science | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning | |
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| Word Knowledge | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension | |
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| Auto and Shop Information | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension | |
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| Electronics Information | |
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| Assembling Objects | |
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| Answer Key for Practice Test 3 | |
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| Practice Test 3 Answers and Explanations | |
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| General Science (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Arithmetic Reasoning (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Word Knowledge (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Paragraph Comprehension (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Auto and Shop Information (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Mathematics Knowledge (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Mechanical Comprehension (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Electronics Information (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Assembling Objects (Practice Test 3 Answers) | |
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| Military Career Opportunities | |
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| Military Career Opportunities | |
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| How to Use This Careers Section | |
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| Enlisted Occupational Descriptions | |
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| Human Service Occupations | |
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| Media and Public Affairs Occupations | |
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| Health Care Occupations | |
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| Engineering, Science, and Technical Occupations | |
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| Administrative Occupations | |
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| Service Occupations | |
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| Vehicle and Machinery Mechanics Occupations | |
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| Electronic and Electrical Equipment Occupations Repair Occupations | |
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| Construction Occupations | |
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| Machine Operator and Precision Work Occupations | |
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| Transportation and Material Handling Occupations | |
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| Combat Specialty Occupations | |