Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Relations Test (Barron's Test Prep) - Tapa blanda

Private employers and public agencies use various mechanical aptitude tests to screen applicants for jobs that range from mechanics and skilled trades apprentices to aerospace engineers and firefighters. These tests often differ in detail but measure similar abilities. This manual presents 18 typical tests that gauge an individual's mechanical aptitude and spatial ability, with all questions answered and explained. The author also advises on ways to improve mechanical comprehension, gives test-taking tips, and explains how pulleys, levers, and other simple machines work. The book is filled with diagrams and illustrations.

Table of Contents
Introduction
1The Streetwise Test Taker
2 How to Develop Your Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Ability
3 General Mechanical Understanding
4 Gears
5 Pulleys
6 Tools
7 Map Reading
8 Line Following
9 Matching Shapes
10 Visual Comparison
11 Finding Rotated Shapes
12 Cut-Ups
13 Jigsaw Puzzles
14 Hole Punching
15 Hidden Blocks
16 Counting Touching Blocks
17 Making Rectangular Boxes
18 Paper Folding--Shape Known
19 Paper Folding--Shape Unknown
20 Parts Assembly
21 The Different Types of Computer-Based Tests
22 Taking a Video-Based Test
23 Practice Tests
Index