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Table of Contents

Laura Stradley:
To my children, who love books as much as I do,
and to my husband for his encouragement
throughout the writing of this book.

Robin Kavanagh:
To the Matthews and Kavanagh families, who have
been an enormous support throughout this project.
Also to my friends and acquaintances who are
serving or have served in the military.

Introduction

Congratulations! By deciding to join the United States Armed Services, youve decided to pursue one of the most honorable and fulfilling lines of work in the world. There will be no punching a clock from 9 to 5 for you. You crave the challenge of pushing your physical and mental boundaries. The thrill of the hunt. The camaraderie of your brothers- and sisters-in-arms.

But before you can get there, you have to make it through recruitment. The military wants to ensure that those it takes into its ranks will be able to succeed, both personally and professionallywhich is why you have to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB from here on out).

Since youve picked up this book, youre already showing that youve got what it takes to make it in the military. Rule no. 1 is that you dont do anything without good intel. What weve compiled for you is a quick and easy-to-read guide that will help you get shipshape for the ASVAB in no time.

How to Use This Book

Weve designed The Pocket Idiots Guide to the ASVAB to give you a good sense of what the test is all about, why you have to take it, how its broken down, and how to get the scores you need.

The first three chapters give you an overview of the test itself and how you should approach and prepare for the ASVAB. This information is probably the most important in the book. If you read nothing else, make sure you get these chapters in.

The remainder of the book details what youll find on each subtest, what you need to practice and look out for, and strategies for choosing the right answer. You also get sample questions and answers/ explanations so you can put all of our great advice into practice.

Extras

Along the way, be sure to look for these power-packed extras:

definition

These mini-lessons give you a better understanding of terms youll hear a lot during the recruiting process and give you a better understanding of the ASVAB in general.

Heads-Up

These little facts and hints help you steer clear of trouble on the exam and give you the info you need to make smart decisions about your future.

Test Tip

These are quick and effective ways to increase your ASVAB scores and plan for your career ahead.

Classified Intel

These are fun facts about the test, those whove taken it, how its used, and other tidbits to help keep things in perspective.

Now that youve got the lay of the land, its time to get to work. Hup to it!

Acknowledgments

From Robin Kavanagh:

Special thanks to Keri Cerami, for her mathematical brilliance; Tom Kavanagh for his awesome automotive knowledge; Wendy Mamilovich, who helped an old friend; Petty Officer Albert Scales; Ken Pecharsky; Marilyn Allen; and everyone who contributed their experiences and tips. And of course, thank you to our team of fabulous editors: Randy Ladenheim-Gil, Lynn Northrup, Janette Lynn, and David Jordan.

Special Thanks to the Technical Reviewer

The Pocket Idiots Guide to the ASVAB was reviewed by an expert who double-checked the accuracy of what youll learn here, to help us ensure that this book gives you everything you need to know about preparing for and taking the ASVAB. Special thanks are extended to David Jordan.

David Jordan grew up all around the world in an Army family and is currently a graduate student and teaching assistant at MIT, where he studies mathematics.

Trademarks

All terms mentioned in this book that are known to be or are suspected of being trademarks or service marks have been appropriately capitalized. Alpha Books and Penguin Group (USA) Inc. cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a term in this book should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark.

Chapter

Basic Training

In This Chapter

All about recruitment

What the ASVAB is and why it matters

How to approach the test

The ASVAB and your career choices

You may be thinking that your days of tests and studying are far behind you because youre looking toward the military for your future. Think again. Throughout your years of service, you will be getting a nearly constant education by acquiring new skills either through training school or out in the field.

With each new hurdle you attempt to jump, you will be tested on your knowledge and ability. The U.S. military wants to get an idea of your current level of education and skill before making the decision to allow you entrance. Thats where the ASVAB comes in.

In this chapter, we give you the back story on the ASVAB, why you have to take it, what it tells the military, and how it can help you choose the career that fits you best, both while you serve and afterward. But first you need to learn what to expect from the recruiting process.

Looking for a Few Good Men and Women

The U.S. Armed Forces are always looking for new faces. Though the draft is still technically on the books, it has not been used since the Vietnam War. Throughout the military actions that have taken place since then, our volunteer Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force have served and protected our shores and interests worldwide.

Recruiters play an essential role in maintaining these numbers. Though there are certainly times when interest in enlistment peaksfor example, the years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001its a recruiters job to actively seek out those who might be interested in a life of service and place them where theyre needed most and most likely will excel.

The Recruitment Process

People find their way into a recruiters office in various ways. Perhaps a friend or family member joined up and encouraged them to check it out, a recruiter visited their school during a career fair, or they answered a specific ad on a job website.

However you connected with your recruiter, here are some of the steps to enlistment you can expect to go through:

1. General questions: When you first meet your recruiter, he or she will try to get a sense of whether you qualify for that specific branch of the military. The recruiter will ask you about your health and drug history, physical appearance (whether you have tattoos, piercings, etc.), interests, goals, and more.

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