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ASVAB Full-Length Practice Test 2025: Questions, Answers, and Expert Explanations
In this 2025 practice test guide, you’ll find:
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50 full-length, ASVAB-style questions
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Clear and accurate answer explanations
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Section-based organization to mimic the real
exam
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Expert test-taking strategies to boost your
score
Whether you're aiming for a high-tech role in the military or just trying to qualify for your desired branch, this practice test is your best training ground. Ready to challenge yourself and see where you stand? Let’s get started.
Section 1: General Science (GS)
✅ Question 1:
Which part of the cell is
responsible for generating energy?
A. Nucleus
B. Ribosome
C. Mitochondria
D. Golgi Apparatus
Correct Answer: C. Mitochondria
Explanation: Mitochondria are known as the "powerhouses" of
the cell because they produce energy in the form of ATP through cellular
respiration.
✅ Question 2:
What is the main function of red
blood cells?
A. Fight infections
B. Transport oxygen
C. Regulate body temperature
D. Produce hormones
Correct Answer: B. Transport oxygen
Explanation: Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to other parts
of the body using hemoglobin.
✅ Question 3:
Which of the following is a chemical
change?
A. Ice melting
B. Water boiling
C. Wood burning
D. Salt dissolving in water
Correct Answer: C. Wood burning
Explanation: Wood burning results in new substances like ash, carbon
dioxide, and water vapor—making it a chemical change.
✅ Question 4:
Which planet has the strongest
gravitational pull?
A. Earth
B. Jupiter
C. Saturn
D. Mars
Correct Answer: B. Jupiter
Explanation: Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system and has
the greatest gravitational force due to its massive size.
✅ Question 5:
Which of the following is NOT part
of the water cycle?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Photosynthesis
D. Precipitation
Correct Answer: C. Photosynthesis
Explanation: Photosynthesis is a biological process, not part of the
water cycle which includes evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
📌 Note: These questions are inspired by the real ASVAB test format and are designed to help you think just like you would on the official exam.
Section 2: Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)
✅ Question 6:
A jacket originally costs $80. It’s
now on sale for 25% off. What’s the sale price?
A. $20
B. $55
C. $60
D. $65
Correct Answer: C. $60
Explanation: 25% of $80 = $20 → $80 - $20 = $60.
✅ Question 7:
A train travels 300 miles in 5
hours. What is its average speed?
A. 50 mph
B. 55 mph
C. 60 mph
D. 65 mph
Correct Answer: C. 60 mph
Explanation: Speed = Distance ÷ Time → 300 ÷ 5 = 60 mph.
✅ Question 8:
If 12 pens cost $4.80, how much does
1 pen cost?
A. $0.25
B. $0.30
C. $0.40
D. $0.50
Correct Answer: C. $0.40
Explanation: $4.80 ÷ 12 = $0.40 per pen.
✅ Question 9:
Lisa earned $1,200 this month and
spent $840. What percentage of her income did she spend?
A. 60%
B. 65%
C. 70%
D. 75%
Correct Answer: C. 70%
Explanation: $840 ÷ $1,200 = 0.70 = 70%.
✅ Question 10:
A rectangle is 10 meters long and 4
meters wide. What is the perimeter?
A. 28 m
B. 40 m
C. 20 m
D. 48 m
Correct Answer: A. 28 m
Explanation: Perimeter = 2(L + W) = 2(10 + 4) = 28 m.
Section 3: Word Knowledge (WK)
✅ Question 11:
Choose the synonym for "diligent":
A. Lazy
B. Careless
C. Hardworking
D. Rude
Correct Answer: C. Hardworking
✅ Question 12:
Choose the antonym for "scarce":
A. Rare
B. Plentiful
C. Abundant
D. Empty
Correct Answer: B. Plentiful
✅ Question 13:
What does the word "terminate"
most nearly mean?
A. To end
B. To hire
C. To begin
D. To expand
Correct Answer: A. To end
✅ Question 14:
Choose the synonym for "jeopardy":
A. Safety
B. Danger
C. Confidence
D. Friendship
Correct Answer: B. Danger
✅ Question 15:
Choose the antonym for "vital":
A. Essential
B. Deadly
C. Unimportant
D. Critical
Correct Answer: C. Unimportant
Section 4: Paragraph Comprehension (PC)
✅ Question 16:
Read the paragraph:
"The weather forecast predicted heavy rain, so most people carried
umbrellas and wore boots. Despite the gloomy sky, the streets remained busy with
pedestrians and vehicles."
What can you conclude?
A. No one went outside.
B. People were afraid of the rain.
C. Life continued despite the bad weather.
D. The streets were empty.
Correct Answer: C. Life continued
despite the bad weather
✅ Question 17:
Read the paragraph:
"James was known for his punctuality. He always arrived early for
meetings and never missed deadlines."
What does the word
"punctuality" imply?
A. Intelligence
B. Timeliness
C. Laziness
D. Creativity
Correct Answer: B. Timeliness
✅ Question 18:
Read the paragraph:
"The invention of the printing press revolutionized communication,
making books widely available and increasing literacy among the
population."
What is the main idea?
A. The printing press was expensive.
B. The printing press caused confusion.
C. The printing press improved access to books and literacy.
D. People didn’t like the printing press.
Correct Answer: C. The printing
press improved access to books and literacy
✅ Question 19:
Read the paragraph:
"Maria tried to budget her monthly expenses carefully. She always made
a list before shopping to avoid overspending."
What can we infer about Maria?
A. She is careless with money.
B. She avoids making lists.
C. She is financially responsible.
D. She likes impulse shopping.
Correct Answer: C. She is
financially responsible
✅ Question 20:
Read the paragraph:
"The car wouldn’t start because the battery was dead. After jumping the
battery, the car started and ran smoothly."
What caused the car not to start?
A. Flat tire
B. Dead battery
C. Low fuel
D. Broken engine
Correct Answer: B. Dead battery
Section 5: Mathematics Knowledge (MK)
✅ Question 21:
What is the square root of 144?
A. 10
B. 11
C. 12
D. 13
Correct Answer: C. 12
✅ Question 22:
Simplify: 4x + 2x - 3
A. 6x - 3
B. 2x - 3
C. x + 3
D. 6x + 3
Correct Answer: A. 6x - 3
✅ Question 23:
What is 15% of 200?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
Correct Answer: C. 30
✅ Question 24:
What is the value of π to two
decimal places?
A. 3.12
B. 3.14
C. 3.16
D. 3.18
Correct Answer: B. 3.14
✅ Question 25:
Evaluate: (2 + 3) × (4 - 1)
A. 5
B. 9
C. 12
D. 15
Correct Answer: D. 15
Explanation: (2 + 3) = 5; (4 - 1) = 3 → 5 × 3 = 15.
Section 6: Electronics Information (EI)
✅ Question 26:
What does a resistor do in a
circuit?
A. Increases voltage
B. Decreases current
C. Stores charge
D. Converts AC to DC
Correct Answer: B. Decreases current
Explanation: Resistors reduce current flow by creating resistance in a
circuit.
✅ Question 27:
Which material is the best
electrical conductor?
A. Rubber
B. Glass
C. Plastic
D. Copper
Correct Answer: D. Copper
✅ Question 28:
Ohm’s Law is represented by:
A. I = V × R
B. V = I × R
C. P = V + I
D. R = V × I
Correct Answer: B. V = I × R
✅ Question 29:
What is the function of a diode?
A. Store energy
B. Block alternating current
C. Allow current to flow in one direction
D. Measure resistance
Correct Answer: C. Allow current to
flow in one direction
✅ Question 30:
A circuit has a voltage of 24 V and
a resistance of 8 Ω. What is the current?
A. 3 A
B. 4 A
C. 2 A
D. 6 A
Correct Answer: A. 3 A
Explanation: I = V ÷ R → 24 ÷ 8 = 3 A
Section 7: Auto and Shop Information (AS)
✅ Question 31:
What does a torque wrench measure?
A. Speed
B. Pressure
C. Rotational force
D. Temperature
Correct Answer: C. Rotational force
✅ Question 32:
Which part of a car is responsible
for cooling the engine?
A. Radiator
B. Carburetor
C. Transmission
D. Camshaft
Correct Answer: A. Radiator
✅ Question 33:
Which tool would you use to cut
metal?
A. Wrench
B. Hacksaw
C. Screwdriver
D. Mallet
Correct Answer: B. Hacksaw
✅ Question 34:
What is the purpose of motor oil?
A. Increases fuel economy
B. Provides electrical insulation
C. Lubricates engine parts
D. Cools the radiator
Correct Answer: C. Lubricates engine
parts
✅ Question 35:
A flat-head screwdriver is used for
which type of screw?
A. Hex
B. Torx
C. Phillips
D. Slotted
Correct Answer: D. Slotted
Section 8: Mechanical Comprehension (MC)
✅ Question 36:
What simple machine is a ramp?
A. Pulley
B. Lever
C. Inclined plane
D. Wedge
Correct Answer: C. Inclined plane
✅ Question 37:
What happens to mechanical advantage
when the length of a lever increases?
A. Increases
B. Decreases
C. Stays the same
D. Becomes zero
Correct Answer: A. Increases
✅ Question 38:
A gear with fewer teeth driving a
gear with more teeth results in:
A. Increased speed
B. Decreased speed
C. Equal rotation
D. No motion
Correct Answer: B. Decreased speed
✅ Question 39:
Which class of lever has the fulcrum
between the load and effort?
A. First class
B. Second class
C. Third class
D. None
Correct Answer: A. First class
Example: Seesaw
✅ Question 40:
What is the mechanical advantage of
a 6-meter ramp lifting a load 2 meters high?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 6
Correct Answer: B. 3
Explanation: MA = Length ÷ Height = 6 ÷ 2 = 3
Section 9: Assembling Objects (AO)
✅ Question 41:
Which image shows how a puzzle piece
fits correctly with another?
(A visual question—assume matching
shapes)
Correct Answer: Matching
complementary shapes
Explanation: These questions test your ability to mentally visualize
spatial relationships.
✅ Question 42:
To assemble a box from a net, what
shape results?
A. Triangle
B. Circle
C. Cube
D. Hexagon
Correct Answer: C. Cube
✅ Question 43:
Which shape can’t be assembled into
a three-dimensional figure?
A. Net of cube
B. Net of cylinder
C. Five-line flat shape
D. Net of pyramid
Correct Answer: C. Five-line flat
shape
✅ Question 44:
Which diagram shows a proper fit for
a dowel into a hole?
Correct Answer: The round dowel aligned with the round hole.
✅ Question 45:
Which object is symmetrical?
A. Asymmetrical wrench
B. Irregular triangle
C. Circle
D. Hammer head
Correct Answer: C. Circle
Final Practice Questions (Mixed)
✅ Question 46:
Which of the following is a
renewable energy source?
A. Coal
B. Oil
C. Wind
D. Gasoline
Correct Answer: C. Wind
✅ Question 47:
In electrical terms, AC stands for:
A. Air Current
B. Active Circuit
C. Alternating Current
D. Accelerated Charge
Correct Answer: C. Alternating
Current
✅ Question 48:
Which unit is used to measure
frequency?
A. Joules
B. Ohms
C. Hertz
D. Volts
Correct Answer: C. Hertz
✅ Question 49:
What does a fuse do in an electrical
system?
A. Increases resistance
B. Protects the circuit from overload
C. Decreases current
D. Stores charge
Correct Answer: B. Protects the
circuit from overload
✅ Question 50:
The gear ratio is defined as:
A. Speed ÷ Distance
B. Load ÷ Effort
C. Number of teeth on driven gear ÷ number on driving gear
D. Voltage ÷ Current
Correct Answer: C. Number of teeth
on driven gear ÷ number on driving gear
Conclusion: Ready for the Real Test?
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