{"id":397,"date":"2015-06-04T12:55:34","date_gmt":"2015-06-04T12:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/blog\/?p=397"},"modified":"2015-09-30T04:59:29","modified_gmt":"2015-09-30T04:59:29","slug":"math-topics-to-know-for-the-asvab-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/blog\/math-topics-to-know-for-the-asvab-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Math Topics to Know for the ASVAB Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Are you thinking about a career in the military?\u00a0 The U.S. Armed Forces have a rigorous process in place for screening applicants\u2014they won\u2019t just let anyone into the military. \u00a0First, they want to make sure all their applicants measure up to the tasks they\u2019ll be required to perform. \u00a0That\u2019s where the ASVAB exam comes into play.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>What is the ASVAB exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) exam is a multiple choice format qualification exam that is used by the military to evaluate your qualification for enlistment.\u00a0 However, it isn\u2019t just used to determine whether you are eligible for enlistment or not.\u00a0 The strengths you demonstrate on the ASVAB can influence where you are placed within the military once you are enlisted.\u00a0 If you are looking at a specific career trajectory, you may want to hone your math skills before you take the test.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>What does the test look like?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">The ASVAB consists of a series of subtests.\u00a0 Each subtest will contain a set number of multiple choice questions, and you will have a set time limit to answer those questions.\u00a0 The categories for the subtests include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">General Science (GS)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/products\/arithmetic-reasoning-class-asvab-study-guide-test-prep\">Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/products\/asvab-word-knowledge-pack-tips-course-practice-tests\">Word Knowledge (WK)<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/products\/asvab-paragraph-comprehension-class-online-study-course\">Paragraph Comprehension (PC)<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/products\/mathematics-knowledge-class-asvab-study-guide-test-prep\">Mathematics Knowledge (MK)<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Electronics Information (EI)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Auto and Shop Information (AS)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Mechanical Comprehension (MC)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Assembling Objects (AO)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Your math skills are tested through the Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge ASVAB subtests, but strong math skills can also be helpful on some of the other subtests (such as Electronics Information).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>What should you do if math isn\u2019t your strong suit?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">You have a\u00a0couple of options.\u00a0 The official website for the ASVAB Testing Program\u00a0contains basic information about what you need to know for the test, including <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"http:\/\/official-asvab.com\/samples_app.htm\">sample questions<\/a><\/span>.\u00a0 While this will not be an exact copy of the test you will have to take, it may give you a good idea of the areas you need to brush up on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">This may not be enough for everyone, though. \u00a0If you really want to learn the skills you need to do well on the math section of the ASVAB, you should take a look at ASVAB Boot Camp\u2019s study packs.\u00a0 Our<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> <a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/products\/asvab-math-pack-arithmetic-reasoning-mathematics-knowledge-practice-tests-online-courses\">ASVAB Math Study Pack<\/a><\/span> contains interactive lessons in both Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge. Plus, you get practice tests as a part of the package. This way you can practice what you learn to ensure you understand the math concepts you will need to know for the ASVAB.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>What topics will the Mathematics Study Pack cover?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">The mathematics study pack will focus on the 10 key areas of mathematics and arithmetic you will need to know for the exam.\u00a0 These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">An introduction to Arithmetic Reasoning basics<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">An introduction to Mathematics Knowledge basics<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Math terminology, functions, and the order of operations<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Calculations with fractions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Decimals, percentages, ratios and proportions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Formulas for shapes, factorials and number pattern series<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Types of averages and reading scale drawings<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Algebra expressions and equations,<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Geometry: shapes, lines and formulas<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Calculating without a calculator and quadratic equations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">If you want to make sure you qualify for military enlistment, check out our <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/packages\/asvab-study\">study packages at ASVAB Boot Camp<\/a><\/span>.\u00a0 You\u2019ll be amazed at the results you can achieve from a little studying.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you thinking about a career in the military?\u00a0 The [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":466,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spay_email":"","jetpack_publicize_message":""},"categories":[72],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/asvabbootcamp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/ASVAB_Math_Practice.jpg?fit=960%2C540&ssl=1","jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":720,"url":"https:\/\/asvabbootcamp.com\/blog\/how-your-asvab-scores-can-affect-your-choices-when-entering-military-service\/","url_meta":{"origin":397,"position":0},"title":"How Your ASVAB Scores Can Affect Your Choices When Entering Military Service","date":"December 3, 2017","format":false,"excerpt":"Among the many tests that you\u2019ll undergo when you apply to join the military, one will be the ASVAB. 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