ASVAB General Science Practice Test 498750 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.24
Score 0% 65%

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1

Earth's troposphere layer is which of the following?

73% Answer Correctly

coldest

farthest from the surface

closest to the surface

hottest


Solution

The Earth's atmosphere has several layers starting with the troposphere which is closest in proximity to the surface. Containing most of the Earth's breathable air (oxygen and nitrogen), it's a region with warmer temperatures closer to the surface and cooler temperatures farther away which results in the rising and falling air that generates weather.


2

The Rh factor antigen in blood determines:

58% Answer Correctly

universal recipient status

universal donor status

postive or negative

blood type


Solution

Blood is categorized into four different types (A, B, AB, and O) based on the type of antigens found on the outside of the red blood cells. Additionally, each type can be negative or positive based on whether or not the cells have an antigen called the Rh factor.


3

In the metric system, what prefix represents 10-3?

62% Answer Correctly

mega

centi

kilo

milli


Solution

In the metric system, milli is the prefix for 10-3.


4

Water coming to a boil on a stove, ice melting, and steam from a cup of coffee are all examples of which of the following? 

66% Answer Correctly

convection

conduction

radiation

reflection


Solution

Convection is the transfer of heat by the circulation or movement of the heated parts of a liquid or gas.


5

The small intestine utilizes enzymes produced where?

66% Answer Correctly

small intestine

pancreas

all of these are correct

liver


Solution

The small intestine is where most digestion takes place. As food travels along the small intestine it gets broken down completely by enzymes secreted from the walls. These enzymes are produced in the small intestine as well as in the pancreas and liver. After the enzymes break down the food, the resulting substances are then absorbed into the blood via capillaries in the small intestine walls.