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Example Examination Questions
Verbal Expression Section
Mathematical Section
1. Which is an Animal?​
a. Orchid
b. Squirrel
c. Tulip
d. Crystal
1. What is the total weight of four kegs of nails if each keg weighs 100 pounds?​
a. 40 pounds
b. 100 pounds
c. 400 pounds
d. 4000 pounds
2. Which does NOT Belong?​
a. Red
b. Green
c. Purple
d. Sweet
2. How many feet are there in 100 inches?​
a. 8 1/3 feet
b. 10 feet
c. 12 feet
d. 15 1/3 feet
3. Which is a satellite?​
a. Sun
b. Moon
c. Comet
d. Rocket
3. Specialty treated wire sells for 70 cents per yard. What is the cost of 54 inches of this wire?​
a. $1.05
b. $3.15
c. $10.50
d. $37.80
4. Which is a projectile?​
a. Plan
b. Building
c. Bullet
d. Announcement
4. How many pieces of lumber are stacked in a pile 24" high if each board is 3/8" thick?​
a. 35
b. 52
c. 64
d. 96
5. Which does NOT Belong?​
a. Hat
b. Coat
c. Dress
d. Gown
5. A piece of metal 1/8" thick is placed between two blocks, each 1/4" thick. What is the thickness of the three pieces together?​
a. 3/8"
b. 1/2"
c. 5/8"
d. 3/4"
Mechanical Section
1. Which man carries more weight

a. Man A
b. Man B
2. Which letter shows the seat where a passenger will get the smoothest ride?

a. Seat A
b. Seat B
c. Seat C
3. Which rope is under more strain?

a. Rope A is under more strain
b. Rope B is under more strain
c. Ropes A & B are under equal stress.
4. Which gear will make the most turns in a minute?

a. Gear A
b. Gear B
c. Gear C
5. Which Arch is Stronger?

a. Arch A
b. Arch B
c. Arches A & B are equally as strong.
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