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Quiz Session - Attempts With Random Questions

ASVAB Exam Questions

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101.

Read the passage and then answer the following question.

The author's tone in the passage can be characterized as:

  • Objective

  • Sentimental

  • Cheerful

  • Bitter

Correct answer: Objective

This passage is relatively neutral in tone, and the author is simply presenting information to the reader. An objective tone describes one that lacks any strong opinion or bias, so it is the best answer.

An author with a sentimental tone would be emotional or possibly romantic. A cheerful tone would be happy and the author would clearly be in good spirits. An author with a bitter tone would be resentful or have strong animosity.

102.

What type of rasp would be used for cleaning up holes?

  • Round rasp

  • Flat rasp

  • Chiseled rasp

  • Hole rasp

Correct answer: Round rasp

Rasps are course files made of metal that are used to trim, shape, and smooth materials. They are generally used for coarse work. Round rasps are curved and are used for cleaning up holes.

The remaining answer options are incorrect. Flat rasps are used for smoothing flat surfaces. Chiseled rasp and hole rasp are fabricated terms.

103.

Tension can be measured in:

  • Newtons or pounds

  • Newtons only

  • Pounds only

  • Pounds per square inch

Correct answer: Newtons or pounds

Tension is the internal stretch force of a material, such as rope. It can be measured in newtons or pounds or any other force measurement.

As stated above, tension can be measured in newtons or pounds, not one or the other. Pressure is measured in pounds per square inch.

104.

A rectangle of length 12 cm has an area of 96 cm2. What is its perimeter?

  • 40 cm

  • 20 cm

  • 48 cm

  • 60 cm

Correct answer: 40 cm

The area of a rectangle is length multiplied by width, so use this to find the width.

Area = (length)(width)

96 = 12w

w = 8 cm

The perimeter is the measurement around the outside of the rectangle.

Perimeter = 2(length) + 2(width)

P = 2(12) + 2(8)

P = 24 + 16 = 40 cm

105.

Which of the following formulas represents the Law of Electric Power?

  • Watts = Volts × Amperes

  • Amperes = Volts ÷ Ohms

  • Watts = Volts ÷ Amperes

  • Amperes = Volts × Ohms

Correct answer: Watts = Volts × Amperes

The Law of Electric Power is used to determine the amount of power that is consumed by an electrical device. The formula used to determine this is Watts = Volts × Amperes or Amperes = Watts ÷ Volts.

Amperes = Volts ÷ Ohms is the formula used for Ohm’s Law. Ohms (not watts) = Volts ÷ Amperes. Amperes = Volts × Ohms is not a correct formula.

106.

Read the passage and then answer the following question.

According to the author, what is true about dolphin whistles?

  • They are probably one way dolphins communicate with one another

  • They assist dolphins in communicating danger

  • They are complex and sophisticated

  • They have been the source of the majority of dolphin-related research

Correct answer: They are probably one way dolphins communicate with one another

The author of the passage states that research indicates that dolphins communicate with each other by whistling. The author also states, however, that the main purpose of whistling is not yet known.

The author does not state that dolphin whistles communicate danger, or that the whistles are complex and sophisticated. Though some research has been conducted on dolphin whistles, the author does not state that they have been the source of the majority of dolphin-related research.

107.

Which of the following words most nearly means neophyte?

  • Novice

  • Veteran

  • Educator

  • Assassin

Correct answer: Novice

The prefix neo- means new. Therefore, the word neophyte would most likely mean novice, since a novice is a beginner, or someone who is new to something.

A veteran is the opposite of a novice, so it is not the correct answer. Educator means someone who teaches, and assassin means a murderer of an important person for a political or religious cause. Both of these answers, therefore, are incorrect.

108.

A milling machine was operated from 8:15 am until 4:09 pm the next day without stopping. How long did the machine operate?

  • 31 hours and 54 minutes

  • 7 hours and 6 minutes

  • 32 hours and 34 minutes

  • 7 hours 54 minutes 

Correct answer: 31 hours and 54 minutes

From 8:15 am to 8:15 am the next day is 24 hours.

To find the time difference from 8:15 am to 4:09 pm, we can use military time.

4:09 pm - 8:15 am = 16:09 - 8:15, or 15:69 - 8:15, which is 7 hours and 54 minutes. 

Add this to 24 hours.

24 + 7 hours 54 minutes = 31 hours and 54 minutes

109.

Simplify:

(4a)(7ab) + (2a2)(5b) = ?

  • 38a2b

  • 38ab

  • 25a2b2

  • 21a3b

Correct answer: 38a2b

(4a)(7ab) + (2a2)(5b) = ?

Multiply the coefficients together and the variables together.

(4 × 7)(a × a × b) + (2 × 5)(a2 × b) = 

Simplify. When multiplying exponents, add them together.

(28)(a1+1 × b) + (10)(a2 × b) = 

Combine the terms.

28a2b + 10a2b = 38a2b

110.

The pharmacy ordered 1200 vaccinations to distribute among five locations. The first location received 350, the second location received 175, the third location received 220, and the fourth location received 290. 

How many vaccinations will the fifth location receive?

  • 165

  • 65

  • 235

  • 135

Correct answer: 165

This problem can be solved by subtracting 350, 175, 220, and 290 from 1,200.

1. Simplify 350 + 175 + 220 + 290 to 1,035.

1,200 - 1,035 

2. Set up the long subtraction.

3. Since 0 is less than 5, borrow 1 from the next column to make 10.

4. Calculate 10 - 5, which is 5.

5. Calculate 9 - 3, which is 6.

6. Calculate 1 - 0, which is 1.

7. Therefore, 1,200 - 1,035 = 165.

111.

Which of the following represents the firing order of an Otto-cycle engine?

  • Intake, compression, power, exhaust

  • Intake, power, compression, exhaust

  • Exhaust, compression, power, intake

  • Exhaust, power, compression, intake

Correct answer: Intake, compression, power, exhaust

An Otto-cycle engine utilizes a four-stroke cycle to complete one cycle of events. During the intake stroke, the piston moves downward and forms a vacuum of low-pressure, injecting the area with a fresh mixture of air and fuel. During the compression stroke, the piston moves upward in the cylinder and compresses the air-fuel mixture as it becomes progressively hotter. The spark plug fires during the power stroke and ignites the air-fuel mixture, causing an explosion within the cylinder, which results in it having enough pressure to push the piston down. During the exhaust stroke, the piston moves upward and pushes the gases into the engine's exhaust system.

112.

When hanging a picture on a wall, which type of nail should you use?

  • Brad nail

  • Tack nail

  • Common nail

  • Finishing nail

Correct answer: Brad nail

A brad nail is a small nail with a small head and is commonly used to hang pictures. Brad nails are 18 gauge and may also be used in trim carpentry on hardwoods.

A tack nail is a small nail with a large head and is commonly used to install carpet. A finishing nail is a small nail with a small head and is commonly used to attach trim and molding. A common nail is a large nail with a large head and is commonly used for rough construction.

113.

If a circle's diameter is 6, what is the area of the circle?

  • 28.26 in2

  • 18.84 in2

  • 9.42 in2

  • 37.68 in2

Correct answer: 28.26 in2

The area of a circle is equal to πr2.

In a circle, the diameter is a line that passes through the center and meets the circumference at opposite ends. It is twice as long as the radius of the circle.

Diameter is equal to 2r, so first solve for r.

D = 2r

6 = 2r

r = 3

Plug this value into the equation to find the area.

A = πr2

A = π32

A = 9π

A = 9 × ~3.14 = 28.26 in2

114.

Brandy is responsible for approving her department's invoices. Today, Brandy approved a $153.36 electric invoice, a $56.20 Internet invoice, a $92.68 toner invoice, and a $210.11 credit card invoice. 

What was the total amount that Brandy approved today?

  • $512.35

  • $605.23

  • $358.99

  • $456.15

Correct answer: $512.35

This question can be solved by adding $153.36, $56.20, $92.68, and $210.11.

1. Set up the long addition.

2. Calculate 6 + 0 + 8 + 1, which is 15. Since 15 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 1 to the next column.

3. Calculate 3 + 2 + 6 + 1, which is 12. Now add the carry digit of 1, which is 13. Since 13 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 1 to the next column.

4. Calculate 3 + 6 + 2 + 0, which is 11. Now add the carry digit of 1, which is 12. Since 12 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 1 to the next column.

5. Calculate 5 + 5 + 9 + 1, which is 20. Now add the carry digit of 1, which is 21. Since 21 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 2 to the next column.

6. Calculate 1 + 0 + 0 + 2, which is 3. Now add the carry digit of 2, which is 5.

7. Therefore, 153.36 + 56.20 + 92.68 + 210.11 = 512.35.

115.

For which of the following is the ampere the unit of measure?

  • Electric current

  • Electric power

  • Frequency

  • Voltage

Correct answer: Electric current

An ampere (A) is the unit of measurement for electric current or strength. It is equal to the flow of one coulomb per second.

A watt (W) is the unit of measure for electric power. A hertz (Hz) is the unit of measurement used for frequency, which is the rate of occurrence of an event within a certain period of time. A volt (V) is the unit of measurement used for voltage, or electrical pressure.

116.

Exposition most nearly means:

  • Description

  • Summary

  • Detail

  • Climax

Correct answer: Description

An exposition is a description and explanation of an idea or theory, so description is the best answer.

Summary is close to the definition of exposition, but description is a better answer. Exposition does not mean detail or climax, so these answers are also incorrect.

117.

When framing a house, which type of nail should you use?

  • Common nail

  • Spike nail

  • Spiral nail

  • Finishing nail

Correct answer: Common nail

A common nail is a big nail with a large head and is commonly used for rough construction, such as building a house.

A spike nail is a heavy-duty, large nail that is commonly used to fasten timbers. The shank of a spiral nail is a spiral, which increases its grip, making it a good choice for a flooring nail. A finishing nail is a small nail with a small head and is commonly used to attach trim and molding.

118.

Read the passage and then answer the following question.

Which of the following terms refers to an individual who watches the markets' exchange rates?

  • Arbitrageur

  • Auditor

  • Authorizer

  • Valuator

Correct answer: Arbitrageur

The passage’s second and third paragraphs both explain the roles of an arbitrageur and how they have changed over the years. Sentence 15 clarifies that an arbitrageur is a monetary authority who watches the markets' exchange rates.

The remaining answer options are incorrect. Auditor, authorizer, and valuator are not terms that are used in this passage.

119.

Which of the following formulas would you use to find the mechanical advantage of a sheave system?

  • MA = Driven Diameter ÷ Drive Diameter

  • MA = Horizontal Length ÷ Vertical Rise

  • MA = Radius of Wheel ÷ Radius of Axle

  • MA = Number of Teeth on Driven Gear ÷ Number of Teeth on Driving Gear

Correct answer: MA = Driven Diameter ÷ Drive Diameter

In this case, mechanical advantage is a measure of the force amplification achieved by using a sheave system. The formula used to calculate the mechanical advantage for a sheave system is MA = Driven Diameter/Drive Diameter.

The formula used to calculate the mechanical advantage for an inclined plane is MA = Horizontal Length/Vertical Rise. The formula used to calculate the mechanical advantage for a wheel and axle system is MA = Radius of Wheel/Radius of Axle. The formula used to calculate the mechanical advantage for a gear system is Number of Teeth on Driven Gear/Number of Teeth on Driving Gear.

120.

The patient received a 30-day supply of his blood pressure medicine, which consisted of 60 tablets. How many blood pressure tablets does the patient take on a daily basis?

  • 2

  • 1

  • 3

  • 4

Correct answer: 2

This question can be solved by dividing 60 by 30.

1. Set up the long division.

2. Calculate 60 ÷ 30, which is 2.

3. Therefore, 60 ÷ 30 = 2.

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