ASVAB General Science Practice Test 292946 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.84
Score 0% 77%

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1

The ovum and oviduct are part of which bodily system?

87% Answer Correctly

nervous

circulatory

reproductive

digestive


Solution

Approximately every 28 days during female ovulation an egg (ovum) is released from one of the ovaries and travels through the oviduct (fallopian tube) and into the uterus. At the same time, the endometrial lining of the uterus becomes prepared for implantation.


2

Which of the following is not a base unit in the metric system?

88% Answer Correctly

gram

liter

meter

degree Fahrenheit


Solution

The Fahrenheit scale is used for measuring temperature in the British system. The metric system uses the Celsius scale.


3

Minerals, vitamins, and fiber are:

69% Answer Correctly

micronutrients

macronutrients

carbohydrates

proteins


Solution

Minterals, vitamins, and fiber are micronutrients while proteins, carbohydrates, and fats are macronutrients.


4

Leafy vegetables, beans, potatoes, fruits, and whole grains are good sources of:

83% Answer Correctly

protein

saturated fat

fiber

unsaturated fat


Solution

Fiber provides bulk to help the large intestine carry away waste. Good sources of fiber are leafy vegetables, beans, potatoes, fruits, and whole grains.


5

Someone who has Rh-factor __________ blood cannot receive blood with a __________ type.

57% Answer Correctly

positive, antigen

positive, negative

negative, positive

antigen, negative


Solution

Blood transfer is limited by the type and Rh factor of the blood. Someone who has Rh-factor negative blood cannot receive blood with a positive type but a person with Rh-factor positive type blood can receive Rh-negative blood. Type O negative blood is the universal donor because it can be given to a person with any blood type. Type AB positive is the universal recipient meaning someone with this blood type can receive any other type of blood.