ASVAB General Science Practice Test 712998 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.51
Score 0% 70%

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1

In cell biology, where does DNA replication take place?

64% Answer Correctly

Golgi apparatus

cytoplasm

nucleus

mitochondria


Solution

The cell nucleus contains the genetic material of the cell and is where DNA replication takes place.


2

Food is mixed with gastric acid and pepsin in the __________ to help break down protein.

77% Answer Correctly

small intestine

large intestine

mouth

stomach


Solution

Food is mixed with gastric acid and pepsin in the stomach to help break down protein.


3

Which part of the respiratory system helps protect against infection?

53% Answer Correctly

trachea

pharynx

epiglottis

nasal cavity


Solution

After air enters through the nose, it passes through the nasal cavity which filters, moistens, and warms it. Further filtering takes place in the pharynx, which also helps protect against infection, and then in the trachea which is just past the epiglottis, responsible for preventing food from entering the airway.


4

Convert 0C° to F°.

72% Answer Correctly

16

-32

32

0


Solution

To convert from C° to F° use:

\(F° = {9 \over 5}C° + 32\)

\(F° = {9 \over 5}(0) + 32\)

\(F° = 0 + 32 = 32\)

 


5

The ovum and oviduct are part of which bodily system?

87% Answer Correctly

digestive

nervous

reproductive

circulatory


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.