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8 math and verbal questions. An explanation after every answer.
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Work it out.
Use paper for math. Choose an answer, then see the explanation.
A learning exercise, not an official score prediction or adaptive test.
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What does this skill check cover?
It has 8 original questions from the four ASVAB subjects that make up the AFQT: Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge, Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension. The official ASVAB applicant FAQ names those four subjects as the AFQT tests (checked ).
| Subject | Questions in this check | Lesson to start with |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic Reasoning | 2 | Word problems: turn the sentence into a plan. |
| Mathematics Knowledge | 2 | Fractions: make the pieces the same size. |
| Word Knowledge | 2 | Vocabulary: test the meaning in the sentence. |
| Paragraph Comprehension | 2 | Reading: choose the answer the passage can support. |
Does the result predict my AFQT score?
No. The check counts your correct answers on these 8 items and points you to a lesson. It does not estimate a percentile or copy the official adaptive test. You get the same questions if you try again, so a better second result can partly come from familiarity.
Can I use a calculator?
Practice by hand. The applicant FAQ and the official 2026 calculator policy note (PDF) support practicing hand calculations. Check the current official guidance before your test appointment.
Who wrote these questions?
Certloom Learning wrote them for AptiStep. They are not official or recalled ASVAB questions. Each has an answer key and a worked explanation, checked by the author and by automated checks when the site is built. How we write and review · Official sources · Math-only workout