ASVAB Paragraph Comprehension Test 4

Question 1

Read the passage: 'Field rations, commonly called MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat), are designed to provide soldiers with the calories and nutrients needed for strenuous activity. Each MRE contains approximately 1,250 calories, and soldiers typically consume three per day in the field.' According to the passage, how many calories would a soldier consume daily from MREs?

A) 1,250
B) 2,500
C) 3,750
D) 5,000

Accepted Answer

3,750

Answer

Three MREs per day at 1,250 calories each equals 3,750 total daily calories.

Question 2

Read the passage: 'The Rules of Engagement (ROE) are directives that define the circumstances and limitations under which military forces may initiate or continue combat. ROE reflect legal and policy constraints and are designed to balance mission accomplishment with the protection of civilians.' What is the primary purpose of Rules of Engagement?

A) To speed up battlefield decision-making by removing restrictions
B) To set boundaries on when and how combat may be conducted
C) To ensure all military operations are kept secret from civilians
D) To define the rank and authority of commanding officers

Accepted Answer

To set boundaries on when and how combat may be conducted

Answer

The passage defines ROE as directives that define circumstances and limitations on combat initiation.

Question 3

Read the passage: 'Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, causing core body temperature to fall dangerously low. Early symptoms include shivering and confusion, while severe hypothermia can lead to loss of consciousness and cardiac arrest.' The word 'core' in 'core body temperature' most nearly means:

A) Outer surface
B) Central internal
C) Average measured
D) Rapidly changing

Accepted Answer

Central internal

Answer

Core body temperature refers to the temperature of the body's internal organs and deep tissues.

Question 4

Read the passage: 'A satellite's orbit is maintained by the balance between its forward velocity and Earth's gravitational pull. If a satellite slows down too much, gravity will pull it back into the atmosphere; if it speeds up too much, it will escape Earth's gravity and drift into space.' What happens if a satellite moves too slowly?

A) It escapes Earth's orbit permanently
B) It accelerates due to reduced air resistance
C) Gravity pulls it back into the atmosphere
D) Its communications systems fail immediately

Accepted Answer

Gravity pulls it back into the atmosphere

Answer

The passage directly states that if a satellite slows too much, gravity pulls it back into the atmosphere.

Question 5

Read the passage: 'Physical fitness tests in the military are standardized to ensure all service members meet a baseline level of readiness. However, standards are often adjusted by age group and sometimes by gender to account for physiological differences, while still reflecting the demands of military service.' What does the passage imply about military fitness standards?

A) All service members are held to identical standards regardless of age
B) Fitness tests are optional for older service members
C) Standards vary but are still tied to the requirements of military duty
D) Gender adjustments make the tests easier than civilian fitness tests

Accepted Answer

Standards vary but are still tied to the requirements of military duty

Answer

The passage says standards are adjusted for age and gender but still reflect the demands of military service.

ASVAB - Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Practice Test

ASVAB - Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Practice Test

ASVAB Paragraph Comprehension Test 4