15 realistic word problems covering percentages, ratios, time/distance, work rate, fractions, averages, and unit conversions. Practice with instant scoring and detailed explanations.
Master the math skills needed to excel on the AR subtest, one of the four AFQT components.
This practice test contains 15 word problems similar to what you'll see on the real ASVAB Arithmetic Reasoning section. Each question tests your ability to translate real-world scenarios into mathematical equations.
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On the CAT-ASVAB (computerized version at MEPS), Arithmetic Reasoning has 15 scored questions with a 55-minute time limit. On the paper-and-pencil ASVAB, there are 30 questions in 36 minutes. The CAT version is adaptive, meaning question difficulty adjusts based on your performance.
The most common AR question types include: percentages and discounts, ratios and proportions, time/distance/speed problems, work rate problems, fractions and decimals, averages and data interpretation, and unit conversions. All questions are word problems that require you to translate the scenario into a mathematical equation.
No. Calculators are not allowed on any section of the ASVAB, including Arithmetic Reasoning. You'll need to perform all calculations mentally or on scratch paper provided at the testing center. Practice doing calculations by hand to build speed and accuracy.
AR is scored as a raw score (number correct) which is then converted to a standard score. More importantly, AR is one of the four subtests that make up your AFQT score: the score that determines whether you can enlist. A strong AR performance directly improves your AFQT percentile.
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