ASVAB For Dummies [Paperback]

Rod Powers (Author), Jennifer Lawler (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470106719 | ISBN-13: 978-0470106716 | Publication Date: June 12, 2007 | Edition: 2

Packed with practice questions and proven study tips

Get fully briefed on the changes to the ASVAB and sharpen your test-taking skills

Want to ace the ASVAB? This essential guide provides a comprehensive review of all test subjects and covers the latest updates, including the new short-length ASVAB and a new sample of the Armed Forces Qualifying Test. You'll discover the pros and cons of the paper and computer exams, which tests are important to your military career, and cutting-edge study techniques.
* Understand the test's formats
* Prepare to take the ASVAB
* Improve your study techniques
* Memorize key concepts
* Conquer the subtests
* Compute your scores
* Match scores to military jobs
* Maximize your career choices

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Packed with practice questions and proven study tips

Get fully briefed on the changes to the ASVAB and sharpen your test-taking skills

Want to ace the ASVAB? This essential guide provides a comprehensive review of all test subjects and covers the latest updates, including the new short-length ASVAB and a new sample of the Armed Forces Qualifying Test. You'll discover the pros and cons of the paper and computer exams, which tests are important to your military career, and cutting-edge study techniques.

• Understand the test's formats
• Prepare to take the ASVAB
• Improve your study techniques
• Memorize key concepts
• Conquer the subtests
• Compute your scores
• Match scores to military jobs
• Maximize your career choices

About the Author

Rod Powers is a recognized expert in all U.S. military matters. He also serves as military guide for About.com.

Jennifer Lawler developed the curriculum and taught test-preparation classes for the ACT and SAT standardized college admissions examinations.

Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (June 12, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470106719
• ISBN-13: 978-0470106716
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Education & Reference > Education > Test Guides - Careers
  • #13 in Books > History > Military Science
  • #30 in Books > Education & Reference > Education > Testing

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Book is Effective, November 15, 2009

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Patrick Bella - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ASVAB For Dummies (Paperback)

I just took the ASVAB last week. I scored an AFQT percentile score of 90. I'm currently going Air Force and the scores were:

M 73 did not study for it at all, hardly gave any effort and still scored 73

A 91 my recruiter said that this part is always easy

G 88 The book helps a great deal

E 81 The book helps a great deal too except the electronics sub test

So here are my recommendations concerning those going Air Force. Study this book if you need high scores in the AFQT, general, and electronics. I would supplement this book with the online tests on [...] and a specific book concerning electronics. Hardly any of the electronics material from the book was on the test, so you may have to buy a Electronics for Dummies. Take all 3 of the full tests on [...]. That's it! You will need nothing else except 7-8 hours sleep, a hardy breakfast, some coffee, and self confidence. Remember, you are being scored on how well you do against your competition. Most of the tests were only 16 questions and you will have ample time to answer. Just stay calm and be confident. Make sure to have a small snack, like an oatmeal bar, and use the restroom before going to take the test. It is a freakin' cake walk!

Oh, and one more thing some of the military people there are rude. You think they would have some decent manners.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great study guide!!!, February 11, 2009

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A. Pasel - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ASVAB For Dummies (Paperback)

I studied my butt off with the help of this book. The practice tests in this book were actually harder than the real ASVAB! That helped me be even more prepared. I only missed 5 questions on the ASVAB! NO LIE! Study this book for about 3 weeks and take it seriously. You will see your scores improve!!!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, April 9, 2010

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Valerie D. Carson (North Augusta, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ASVAB For Dummies (Paperback)

This book was wonderful. My son needed it to improve his ASVAB score and it worked really well for us. He did score higher, a lot higher than his orginal score and we were both please with the results. I would recommend this to anyone attempting to take the ASVAB. You will reap the benefits if you read and study the book.