Chapter 11
On the CAT-ASVAB, you are given 7 minutes to answer 11 Automotive Information (AI) questions. On the paper and pencil test, the Automotive Information and Shop Information subtests are combined into one, with 11 minutes to answer 25 questions about both topics.
The required pace can be daunting. However, we’re confident that by the time you finish this section, you will have a solid understanding of all of the automotive systems and will be able to use Kaplan’s proven methods to conquer AI questions. Take your time with this chapter, and remember that you can’t possibly know everything after one read-through. Review this chapter multiple times if a high AI score is important to your career goals.
Also remember that there are many, many minute details involved in the makeup of automotive systems. The test maker cannot possibly ask about all of them. Your best approach to studying is to develop a thorough understanding of automotive systems, their major parts, and how those systems work together. This high-level understanding will likely equip you to make solid inferences about details when you need to.