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ASVAB Exam Cram, Second Edition
Kalinda Reeves
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ASVAB Exam Cram, Second Edition, is the perfect study guide to help you pass the ASVAB exam. It provides coverage and practice questions for every exam topic. The book contains an extensive set of practice questions, including 200 printed questions in two full practice exams. The book covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your ASVAB exam!
- Master all four domains of knowledge covered on the ASVAB: verbal, math, science/technical, and spatial
- Accurately interpret the meaning of paragraphs and of words presented in context
- Review essential math, physical science, and biology principles
- Master the basics of electricity and electronics
- Understand the technologies that make automobiles and other vehicles work
- Check your knowledge of shop tools, terminology, and techniques
- Review and understand basic mechanical and physical principles
- Practice for the newest Assembling Objects exam module by recognizing how objects will look when they are put together
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780768691535 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Pearson Education |
| Publication date: | 12/02/2009 |
| Series: | Exam Cram |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| Pages: | 456 |
| File size: | 6 MB |
About the Author
Kalinda Reeves started her writing career while she was an ELINT analyst in the Air Force, providing research and analysis whitepapers to the Strategic Air Command (SAC) and the Joint Strategic Target Planning Staff (JSTPS). As a civilian, she has accumulated more than 20 years of experience writing research, business, technical, and engineering documentation for government, military, and civilian customers. Her focus is network and telecommunications hardware, software development, and certification writing. During her writing career, she has written many nonpublic documents for various customers, addressing system- and circuit-level hardware; uniquely developed, hardware-specific programs; and programs that were implemented across government and military communications systems. In addition, she has been a freelance writer for 15 years, during which time she co-authored five networking-genre books for public distribution.
Kalinda currently lives in Omaha, Nebraska, providing documentation, business analyst, and other project-level consulting for local telecommunications and finance companies. When she is not working, Kalinda spends time with her children and indulges her many crafts and hobbies, including amateur (Ham) radio, cooking, and mentoring aspiring writers.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: General Science
Scientific Method: Observation and Measurement
Units of Measurement
The Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Physics
Life Sciences
Biology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Ecology
Earth and Space Sciences
Geology
Meteorology
Astronomy
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 2: Arithmetic Reasoning
Arithmetic: A Review
Basic Arithmetic Operations
Fractions
Decimals
Using Fractions and Decimals on the ASVAB
Reasoning: Using Arithmetic to Solve Your Problems
Word Problems
Series
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 3: Word Knowledge
Understanding Context
Experience Clues
Definition or Paraphrase Clues
Example Clues
Comparison and Contrast Clues
Synonyms and Homonyms
Words and Their Synonyms
Using a Thesaurus
Word Confusion: Homonyms
Finding Word Meaning Through Structure
Root Words
Prefixes
Suffixes
Building Your Vocabulary
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 4: Paragraph Comprehension
Reading for Details
Reading for Comprehension
Topic
Main Character
Setting and Time
Point of View
Plot
Objective
Denotation, Connotation, and Tone
Reading for Content, Context, and Comprehension
Reading for Literal Content
Reading for Figurative Context
Grouping Sequences
Developing a Summary
Improving Your Reading Abilities
Improving Your Comprehension
Improving Your Reading Speed
Adjusting Your Reading Rate
Tips for Success on the Reading Comprehension Module
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 5: Mathematics Knowledge
Taking the Mathematics Knowledge Test
Advanced Operations
Factors
Multiples
The Factorials
Exponents
Roots
Working with Signed Numbers
Order of Operations
Algebra
Algebraic Properties
Solving Algebraic Equations
Factoring Algebraic Expressions
Inequalities
Geometry
Lines
Angles
Triangles
Quadrilaterals
Circles
Volume
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 6: Electronics Information
Schematics
Principles of Electricity
Current
Electromotive Force and Voltage
Resistance and Impedance
Conductors and Conductivity
Semiconductors
Insulators
Ohm’s Law
Power
Electrical Components and Properties
Batteries
Photovoltaic Cells
Electrical Wiring
Coaxial Cable
Resistors
Transistors
Capacitors and Capacitive Reactance
Switches
Magnets and Electromagnets
Inductors and Inductive Reactance
Transformers
Amplifiers
Rectifiers, Diodes, and Inverters
Thermocouples
Electrical Safety
Discharging a Capacitor
Electrical Fires
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 7: Mechanical Comprehension
What Is Mechanics?
Forces of Motion
Motion and Mechanical Laws
Mechanical Principles
Work and Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Advantage
Friction
Calculating Efficiency
Principle of Moments and Torque
Simple and Compound Machines.
Levers
Wheel and Axle
Pulleys
Inclined Planes
Wedges
Screws
Gears and Other Simple Machines
Structural Support
Structure Types
Bridges
Load Types
Mechanical and Structural Properties
Stress
Strain
Modulus of Elasticity
Properties of Materials
Metals
Ceramics
Organics
Synthetics and Polymers
Fluid Dynamics
Specific Gravity
Pressure
Archimedes and Fluid Displacement
Bernoulli and Fluid Movement
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 8: Shop Information
Tools of the Trade
Shop Safety
Measuring Systems and Tools
Cutting and Shaping Tools
Drilling Tools
Fastening Tools and Fasteners
Shop Processes
Welding
Soldering
Brazing
Machining
Shop Project Planning
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 9: Automotive Information
A Look Under the Hood
A Word on Safety
Tools of the Trade
Hand Tools
Power Tools
Cleaning Equipment
Engine Classifications
Combustion Types and Chamber Shapes
Cylinder Arrangements
Valve Arrangement
Engine Cycles
Engine Types
Rotary Engine
Piston Engines
Engine Systems
Lubrication System
Cooling System
Fuel System
The Drive Train
Transmissions
Drive Line Arrangements
Drive Train Components
Electrical Systems
Charging System
Starting System
Ignition System
Lighting and Accessory System
The Chassis Systems
The Steering System
The Suspension System
The Braking System
Tires and Wheels
Exhaust Systems and Emissions
Exhaust Emissions
Reducing Exhaust Emissions
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 10: Assembling Objects
Puzzle Piece Assembly
Labeled Part Connections
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Practice Exam 1
Answers to Practice Exam 1
Practice Exam 2
Answers to Practice Exam 2
Appendix A: Need to Know More?
Glossary