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Math (AFQT)

Medium

AR

Arithmetic Reasoning

Word problems, worked step by step

One of the four AFQT subtests. Solve real-world maths word problems — rates, ratios, percentages, interest, distance–rate–time and multi-step arithmetic. Every question shows a full worked solution, because getting the method right matters more than the answer.

Duration

~20 min

Length

16 questions

Difficulty

Medium

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Every subtest explained, how the AFQT and line scores work, and how to study.

What to expect

Four-option multiple-choice word problems, easiest first, getting harder.
On the real paper ASVAB: 30 questions in 36 minutes. Here: a focused 16-question set.
A worked, step-by-step explanation after every question.

What it measures

Reasoning through a problem stated in words, not symbols
Rates, ratios, proportions and percentages
Multi-step arithmetic under time pressure

Instructions

1Read the whole problem before you start — decide what's actually being asked.
2Write the numbers down and pick the operation; don't do it all in your head.
3Check the units of the answer (dollars, miles, hours) against the question.

Tips

Distance = rate × time. Part = percent × whole. Keep these automatic.
Estimate first, then compute — it catches silly answers.
If stuck, work backwards from the answer choices.

Format: AFQT subtest · word problems · 4-option MCQ · real test 30 Q / 36 min

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