ASVAB

Mechanical Comprehension

Which of the following is the basis for Pascal's Law?

• The amplification of force in a hydraulic system

• The relationship between force and volume of a liquid

• The definition of pressure as pounds per square inch

• The manner in which liquids conform to their container

General Science

Which of the following can hold the most moisture?

• Cold air

• Stable air

• Warm Air

• Moving air

General Science

Which of the following terms can be used to describe a bird?

• Invertebrate, omnivore

• Vertebrate, warm-blooded

• Endoskeleton, cold-blooded

• Crustacean, endoskeleton

Paragraph Comprehension

Geologists in Rome have a new venture. Underneath the city's streets and architecture lies a system of quarries and tunnels. It is believed that these passages were formed in the early days of the ancient city. The main concern for geologists is that the city may sink into the below-ground areas. These professionals hope their studies of the tunnels will help prevent that occurrence. What is the best title for this passage?

• “Rome's Ancient Tunnels”

• “Studying Tunnels to Avoid Disasters”

• “Mapping Rome's Tunnels”

• “Geologists Use Tunnels”

Mathematics Knowledge

x + 9 = 13, Find x = ?

• 13

• 5

• 3

• 4

Word Knowledge

The elected official abdicated responsibility for the situation.

• Welcomed

• Transitioned

• Cheered

• Abandoned

Arithmetic Reasoning

Julie gives 7 pieces of candy to each of her friends. If Julie gives all of her candy away, which amount of candy could have been the amount she distributed?

• 145

• A. 162

• 128

• 161

Electronics Information

If you need to reduce the voltage in a certain part of a circuit, you could use a

• Capacitor

• Resistor

• Transistor

• Inductor

Arithmetic Reasoning

If doughnuts are usually 75 cents each, but there is a sale on Friday advertising them as 1 dozen + 1/2 dozen for $10.80, what is the new cost for just one doughnut?

• .60

• .65

• .55

• .50

Mechanical Comprehension

A knife blade is an example of which kind of simple machine?

• Wheel and axle

• Pulley
• Inclined Plane
• Gear