Barron's How to Prepare for the ASVAB

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Edition: 8th
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2006-07-01
Publisher(s): Barrons Test Prep
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Summary

The new, updated edition of Barron_s ASVAB manual presents review courses in all test subjects plus four full-length practice exams with all questions answered and explained. The book_s subject review sections cover general science, arithmetic reasoning, word knowledge, paragraph reading and comprehension, auto information, math knowledge, shop information, mechanical comprehension, assembling objects, and fundamentals of electronics. A general overview of the test is presented and study guidelines are suggested. The CD-ROM presents a simulated Computer-Adaptive Test, which is the type used for the actual test when given at armed forces testing centers.

Table of Contents

Section I: Introduction
1(12)
All About the ASVAB
3(6)
What Is It?
3(6)
Test-Taking Techniques
9(4)
Rules for Studying More Effectively
9(1)
Test Day
10(1)
Strategies for Handling Multiple-Choice Questions
10(3)
Section II: Identify Areas to Improve
13(52)
Practice Examination One
17(48)
Practice Examination---Subtests 1--10
17(32)
Answers and Answers Explained
49(16)
Section III: Improve Your Results
65(240)
General Science Review
67(36)
Before You Begin
67(1)
Life Science
68(9)
Earth Science
77(4)
Chemistry
81(11)
Physics
92(11)
Mathematics Review
103(27)
Tips for Studying
103(1)
Laws and Operations
103(2)
Fractions
105(1)
Using Arithmetic Operations with Fractions
106(3)
Decimals
109(2)
Percentages
111(2)
Square Roots
113(1)
Algebra
113(7)
Geometry
120(10)
Paragraph Comprehension and Word Knowledge Review
130(32)
Paragraph Comprehension
130(4)
How to Build Your Vocabulary
134(7)
A Basic 1,100-Word Vocabulary
141(21)
Electronics Information Review
162(80)
Basic Atomic Structure
162(2)
Electric Energy
164(1)
Magnetism and Electricity
164(1)
Electric Current
164(1)
Conductors
165(1)
Insulators
166(1)
Semiconductors (I)
167(1)
Power
168(1)
Resistance
168(3)
Conductance
171(1)
Ohm's Law
171(2)
Circuits
173(4)
Inductance
177(1)
Alternating Current
178(3)
Transformers
181(2)
Inductive Reactance
183(2)
Capacitors
185(3)
Capacitive Reactance
188(1)
Resonance
189(2)
Changing Alternating Current to Direct Current
191(4)
Power Supply Rectifiers
195(3)
Filters
198(1)
Vacuum Tubes
198(4)
Semiconductors (II)
202(3)
The Silicon-Controlled Rectifier
205(1)
Transistors
206(3)
Integrated Circuits
209(1)
Batteries
210(5)
Electric Motors
215(3)
Electric Meters
218(3)
Amplitude-Modulated Receivers
221(2)
Frequency-Modulated Receivers
223(2)
FM Stereo
225(2)
Other FM Users
227(1)
Stereo Equipment
227(1)
Transducers
228(1)
Television
228(4)
Color Television
232(7)
Solder and Soldering
239(3)
Basic Mechanics Review
242(13)
Force
242(1)
Kinds of Force
242(3)
Action and Reaction
245(1)
Balanced Forces
246(1)
Components of a Force
247(1)
The Inclined Plane
247(1)
Simple Machines
247(1)
The Pulley Principle
248(1)
The Work Principle
249(1)
Levers
250(2)
Hydraulic Jack
252(1)
Loading Ramp
252(1)
Vise
252(1)
Machines That Spin
253(1)
Power
254(1)
Shop Information Review
255(23)
Tools
255(14)
Materials
269(7)
Design and Layout
276(2)
Automotive Information Review
278(23)
Parts of an Automobile
278(1)
The Engine
279(7)
Controlling Engine Emissions
286(2)
Shafts and Universal Joints
288(1)
Axles and Wheels
289(1)
The Braking System
290(1)
The Drive System
291(1)
Manual Transmissions
292(3)
Planetary Gears
295(1)
Automatic Transmissions
296(2)
The Rear Axle (Rear-Wheel Drive)
298(1)
Front-Wheel Drive
299(1)
Four-Wheel and Six-Wheel Drive
299(1)
Lights
300(1)
Assembling Objects
301(4)
Overview
301(1)
Tips and Techniques
302(3)
Section IV: Test Yourself
305(164)
Practice Examination Two
309(54)
Practice Examination---Subtests 1--10
309(35)
Answers and Answers Explained
344(19)
Practice Examination Three
363(54)
Practice Examination---Subtests 1--10
363(35)
Answers and Answers Explained
398(19)
Practice Examination Four
417(52)
Practice Examination---Subtests 1--10
417(35)
Answers and Answers Explained
452(17)
Section V: Planning Your Future
469(5)
Analyzing Your Test Scores and Job Opportunities
471(3)
Chart Your Progress
471(1)
Study Guide
472(1)
Analyzing Your Job Opportunities
472(2)
Military Occupations
474

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