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Expanding Your Vocabulary for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Exam
Introduction.
Self-Assessment.
Chapter 1: General Science.
Physical Sciences
Scientific Method: Observation and Measurement
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
Arithmetic Operations
Fractions
Decimals
Putting Fractions and Decimals to Use on the ASVAB
Reasoning: Using Arithmetic to Solve Your Problems
Word Problems
Series
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 3: Word Knowledge.
Building Your Vocabulary
Understanding Context
Experience Clues
Definition or Paraphrase Clues
Example Clues
Comparison and Contrast Clues
Synonyms and Homonyms
Words and Their Synonyms
Using a Thesaurus
Confusing Homonyms
Understanding Denotation and Connotation
Denotation
Connotation
Finding Word Meaning Through Structure
Root Words
Prefixes
Suffixes
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 4: Paragraph Comprehension.
Reading for Details
Reading for Comprehension
Subject Matter
Main Character
Setting
Point of View
Action and Plot
Grouping Sequences
Reading for Content, Comprehension, and Context
Reading for Content–The Literal Level
Reading for Context–The Interpretive Level
Reading at the Applied Level
Developing a Summary
Improving Your Reading Abilities
Improving Your Comprehension
Improving Your Reading Speed
Tips for Increasing Your Reading Rate
Adjusting Your Reading Rate
Tips for Success on the Reading Comprehension Battery
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 5: Mathematics Knowledge.
Taking the Mathematics Knowledge Test
More Fun with Numbers
Factors and Multiples
The Factorial (!)
Exponents and Roots
Operations with Negative Numbers
Order of Operations
Algebra
Algebraic Equations
Performing Operations with Algebraic Expressions
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
Ohm’s Law
Power
Electrical Components and Properties
Batteries
Wiring
Resistors
Transistors
Conductors and Conductivity
Capacitors, Capacitance, and Capacitive Reactance
Switches
Insulators
Magnets and Electromagnets
Inductors, Inductance, and Inductive Reactance
Transformers
Rectifiers and Inverters
Electrical Safety
Discharging a Capacitor
Electrical Fires
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 7: Mechanical Comprehension.
Mechanical Principles
Work and Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Advantage
Friction
Calculating Efficiency
Principle of Moments and Torque
Mechanical Motion
Forces of Motion
Motion and Mechanical Laws
Simple and Compound Machines
Levers
Wheel and Axle
Pulleys
Inclined Planes
Wedges
Screws
Gears and Other Simple Machines
Structural Support
Structure Types
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
Measuring 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
Metalworking Tools
Measuring Systems and Tools
Fasteners
Engine Classifications
Combustion Types
Cylinder Number and Arrangement
Valve Arrangement
Cycling
Combustion Chamber Shape
Engine Types
Rotary Engine
Piston Engines
Engine Systems
Lubrication System
Cooling System
Fuel System
The Drive Train
Manual Transmissions
Automatic Transaxle and Transmission
Drive Line Arrangements
Drive Train Components
Electrical Systems
Charging System
Battery
Starting System
Ignition System
Ignition Classifications
Lighting and Accessory System
The Chassis Systems
Tires and Wheels
Emission Systems
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 10: Assembling Objects.
Puzzle Piece Assembly
Labeled Part Connections
Exam Prep Questions
Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 11: Practice Exam 1.
Word Knowledge
Paragraph Comprehension
Electronics Information
Automotive Information
Mechanical Comprehension
Chapter 12: Answers to Practice Test 1.
Word Knowledge
Paragraph Comprehension
Electronics Information
Automotive Information
Mechanical Comprehension
Chapter 13: Practice Exam 2.
General Science
Arithmetic Reasoning
Mathematics Knowledge
Shop Information
Assembling Objects
Chapter 14: Answers to Practice Exam 2.
Answers to General Science
Answer Explanations for General Science
Answers to Arithmetic Reasoning
Answer Explanations for Arithmetic Reasoning
Answers to Mathematics Knowledge
Answer Explanations for Mathematics Knowledge
Answers to Shop Information
Answer Explanations for Shop Information
Answers to Assembling Objects
Answer Explanations for Assembling Objects
Appendix A: CD Contents and Installation Instructions.
The CramMaster Engine
Multiple Test Modes
Pretest Mode
Adaptive Drill Mode
Simulated Exam Mode
Istalling CramMaster for the ASVAB Exam
Using CramMaster for the ASVAB Exam
Customer Support
Appendix B: Need to Know More? - 403 (on the CD).
Glossary.
Index.