ASVAB For Dummies, Premier Plus )

ASVAB For Dummies, Premier Plus )

Author: Rod Powers | Language: English | ISBN: 1118525531 | Format: EPUB

ASVAB For Dummies, Premier Plus ) Description

Sharpen your ASVAB test-taking skills with tips and tests in the book, on the CD, and now online

Want to ace the ASVAB? The bestselling ASVAB For Dummies, Premier PLUS now offers free access to tests online. In the book you’ll find in-depth reviews of all nine test subjects with complete explanations for every question, proficiency exercises, and tips to help you pinpoint your weaknesses and hone your test taking skills. Inside the book you’ll find a companion CD with handy links to helpful information and a gateway to tests online. Go online and study wherever and whenever with free access to additional practice tests; and over a thousand questions to create customized practice in the subjects you need to study the most.

From the book go online for, free one-year access to:

• Six ASVAB practice tests to sharpen your test-taking skills
• One AFQT practice test to assess enlistment eligibility
• Create your own tests for practice where you really need it
• Feedback on your progress
• 300 flashcards to improve your vocabulary

Packed with practice questions; an in-depth view of each of the nine subtests; and proven study tips and test taking-tactics, ASVAB For Dummies, Premier PLUS is the only guide you need to score your best and find your place in the military!

CD-ROM and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.

 

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• Series: For Dummies (Career/Education)
• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (May 6, 2013)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1118525531
• ISBN-13: 978-1118525531
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Introduction 1

Part I: Making Sense of the ASVAB 5

Chapter 1: Putting the ASVAB under a Microscope 7

Chapter 2: Knowing What It Takes to Get Your Dream Job 17

Chapter 3: Getting Acquainted with Test-Taking and Study Techniques 23

Part II: Words to Live By: Communication Skills 31

Chapter 4: Word Knowledge 33

Chapter 5: Paragraph Comprehension 43

Chapter 6: All’s Well That Tests Well: Communication Practice Questions 55

Part III: Making the Most of Math: Arithmetic Skills 63

Chapter 7: Mathematics Knowledge and Operations 65

Chapter 8: Reasoning with Arithmetic: Math Word Problems 91

Chapter 9: Brother, Can You Spare an Equation? Arithmetic Practice Questions 97

Part IV: The Whole Ball of Facts: Technical Skills 105

Chapter 10: General Science 107

Chapter 11: Auto and Shop Information 127

Chapter 12: Mechanical Comprehension 141

Chapter 13: Electronics Information 157

Chapter 14: Assembling Objects 171

Chapter 15: Facing the Facts: Technical Skills Practice Questions 179

Part V: Practice ASVAB Exams 189

Chapter 16: Practice Exam 1 191

Chapter 17: Practice Exam 1: Answers and Explanations 221

Chapter 18: Practice Exam 2 233

Chapter 19: Practice Exam 2: Answers and Explanations 265

Chapter 20: Practice Exam 3 277

Chapter 21: Practice Exam 3: Answers and Explanations 309

Chapter 22: Practice AFQT Exam 321

Chapter 23: Practice AFQT Exam: Answers and Explanations 337

Part VI: The Part of Tens 343

Chapter 24: Ten Surefire Ways to Fail the ASVAB 345

Chapter 25: Ten Tips for Doing Well on the AFQT 349

Chapter 26: Ten Ways to Boost Your Math and English Skills 353

Appendix A: Matching ASVAB Scores to Military Jobs 357

Appendix B: About the CD and Online Content 375

Index 379

Customer review from the Amazon Vine(tm) Program (What's this?)
I will start by saying that the product description provided here on Amazon is absolutely correct and quite comprehensive...it is spot on. Read it and you will know precisely what you are getting.

There are a very large number of books...very, very large books, on the market today to help the young woman or man in taking the dreaded ASVAB Examination. My grandson is one of them and has a pile of these books (he lives with us) in his room near his computer. Now all of these books are indeed extremely useful and I most certainly encourage any young person to lay their hands on as many of them as possible. This is not an easy test for many, in particular the mathematics portion of the test and you need as much help as you can get. I am retired military myself (Air Force) and when I first joined in 1962 the testing then was a far different animal that what the young people are faced with today.

Now the one big advantage that the book being reviewed here has over many competing books is that this one is far, far more user friendly and is much easier to navigate than almost any of the other six books we have in the house. This is important. Many of the other books, while wonderful pieces of work and quite helpful tend to intimidate the user immediately upon opening them. This is not a good thing.

I reviewed this particular book and found it easy to plow through and the tips the good sergeant has given in a liberal manner are spot on. I truly feel that if the young potential recruit actually works through this book, takes advantage of the on-line resources made available here, she or he will make great strides in coming up with a decent score on this test.

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude test is a broad-based test that covers a lot of ground. It not only covers those things you learned or are learning in high school, but "also measures your knowledge of mechanics, electronics, science, and assembling objects." In this book you'll be able to get a very close look at the nine subtests included in the ASVAB. Obviously you'll be working through some practice tests, but one of the more invaluable things in this book are the hints you'll receive. For example, those who are uncomfortable with tests will find hints like "(Almost) never select `never.' For the most part, answer options that are absolutes are incorrect. `Never,' `always,' and related words are often a sign that you should select a different answer." And on and on.

If you are thinking of joining the military and are a bit anxious about taking the ASVAB, this is an excellent text to pick up. Throughout the book you'll find little icons that will highlight additional information you'll need to pay attention to. They offer up tips, things you'll need to remember, examples, technical stuff, and offer up cautionary notes. For example, in part, one tip says "If you're stuck on a particular problem, sometimes plugging possible answers into an equation can help you find the right answer." In the back of the book is a thorough index, and appendices that match your ASVAB score to available jobs in the military.

CONTENTS:

Part I: Making Sense of the ASVAB.

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