SI covers woodworking, metalworking, and general shop practices. On the P&P ASVAB it is separate; on CAT-ASVAB it is combined with Auto.
25
Questions
6 min
Time
No
Affects AFQT?
Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, building materials, fasteners, and standard workshop procedures.
Hand Tools
Hammers, saws, chisels, planes
Power Tools
Drills, grinders, saws
Measuring & Layout
Tape measures, levels, squares
Materials
Wood types, metals, adhesives
Fasteners
Nails, screws, bolts, rivets
Try these — tap any question to reveal the answer.
Q1Which type of saw has fine teeth and is used for cutting metal?
A) Crosscut saw
B) Hacksaw
C) Coping saw
D) Circular saw
Q2A level is used to determine if a surface is:
A) Strong enough
B) Horizontal or vertical
C) The right size
D) Smooth
Q3What tool is used to make threads inside a hole?
A) Die
B) Tap
C) Reamer
D) Countersink
Q4Plywood is made of:
A) Compressed sawdust
B) Thin layers of wood glued together
C) Recycled paper
D) Synthetic materials
Q5What is the primary advantage of using a box-end wrench over an open-end wrench?
A) Lighter weight
B) Better grip, less likely to slip
C) Works on all sizes
D) Easier to use in tight spaces
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