This assessment tool evaluates an individual’s ability to understand written passages. It presents examinees with a series of paragraphs followed by questions designed to test comprehension of the material. Successful navigation of this section requires skills in identifying main ideas, discerning supporting details, making inferences, and determining the author’s purpose and tone.
Proficiency in this area is crucial for success on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). Strong performance indicates a capacity for critical reading and analytical thinking, skills highly valued in military training and various occupational fields. Historically, this section has been a key indicator of an individual’s potential for academic and professional achievement. It is often used by recruiters and educators to gauge an individuals readiness for advanced learning and complex problem-solving.
