Here are the 3 versions of the ASVAB assessment:
• The MET-site ASVAB assessment
• The Student ASVAB assessment
• The Cat-ASVAB test
Break down of scoring methods with the ASVAB exam:
• The MET-site ASVAB assessment – This version of the ASVAB exam is utilized expressly for enlistment purposes. The test sites differ but could be found in most major cities. This test requires a referral from your military recruiter in order to be allowed the lucky chance of taking the examination. The examination is composed of eight sub-tests which will test your abilities in General Science (25 questions), Word Knowledge (35 questions), Arithmetic Reasoning (30 questions), Paragraph and Reading Comprehension (15 questions), Mathematics (25 questions), Auto Shop (25 questions), Electronics (20 questions) and Mechanical Comprehension (25 questions).
• Student ASVAB – This version of ASVAB is implemented as a tool in guiding students when it comes to their chosen career paths. This test is also used to determine eligibility for military service. There are 8 sub-tests on this kind of ASVAB examination. The assessment comprises of 8 sub-tests that test your capability on General Science (25 questions), Arithmetic Reasoning (30 questions), Word Knowledge (35 questions), Paragraph and Reading Comprehension (15 questions), Mathematics (25 questions), Electronics (20 questions), Auto Shop (25 questions), Mechanical Comprehension (25 questions).
• CAT-ASVAB – The ASVAB scores from this test are computed utilizing formulas, which rate the difficulty level in which you answered questions correctly. The raw ASVAB scores do not equal the number of correct answers. The results of this test are good for two years. The test consists of 9 sub-tests that will test your abilities on General Science (16 questions), Arithmetic (16 questions), Word Knowledge (16 questions), Paragraph and Reading Comprehension (11 questions), Mathematics (16 questions), Electronics (16 questions), Auto Information (11 questions), Auto Shop Information (11 questions), Mechanical Comprehension (16 questions).
Here are the allotted time frame and material you would be tested on:
General Science – This section of the test will check your skill for life, space, earth and physical sciences. The period allotted for this category is eleven minutes.
Word Knowledge – This assesses your capability to understand meanings of words. The assigned time for this category is eleven minutes.
Arithmetic Reasoning – Measures aptitude to resolve primary mathematical puzzles. Time frame appropriated for this category is 36 minutes.
Paragraph and Reading Comprehension – Appraises your ability of gathering information. Period given is thirteen minutes.
Mathematics – Checks your knowledge of mathematical applications & concepts. Time appropriatedis 24 minutes.
Auto Shop – Evaluates your know-how on auto maintenance methods, repair and metal and wood shop techniques. Time given is eleven minutes.
Electronics – Checks your aptitude for electrical circuits, devices, systems and currents. Time period given is 9 minutes.
Mechanical Comprehension – Calculates your skill to distinguish properties, structures and devices of mechanical equipment. Time allotted is nineteen minutes.