3. Getting Acquainted with Test-Taking and Study Techniques

Question 1

Does the phrase, “I can’t do it.” exists in the military?

Answer 1

No, the only word that exists in the military is YES, YOU CAN! (FOR A TON OF REASONS!).

Question 2

What are the two different versions of ASVAB?

Answer 2

1. The paper version
2. The computerized version

give pros and cons each.

Question 3

Which of the following version of the ASVAB includes the assembling objects subtest?

Answer 3

The computerized version.

Question 4

How does the flow of the CAT-ASVAB work?

Answer 4

The test is formatted in the computer in which the difficulty increases as you answer the previous question correctly. This will help you earn more AFQT score if you answer most of the questions correctly because a difficult question gets more score than an easy question.

Question 5

What is the best algorithm for answering multiple choice?

Answer 5

1. Read the instructions correctly.
2. Understand the questions.
3. Take time to review all the answer options
4. (Optional) If you are taking the Paper and Pencil version, mark the answer carefully.

Question 6

When you do not know the answer, how do you guess the answer in a smart way?

Answer 6

1. Do not eliminate an answer based on how frequently that answer comes up. 2. An answer that has always, all, everyone, never, none, or no one is usually incorrect.
2. If two choices are very similar in meaning, neither of them is probably the correct choice. On the other hand, if two answer options contradict each other, one of them is usually correct.