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AFQT practice question: Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)

Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)Difficulty 3/5

The ratio of trucks to cars in a lot is 2:5. If there are 84 vehicles in total, how many are trucks?

  1. A60
  2. B12
  3. C24
  4. D30
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Correct: C. 2 + 5 = 7 parts; 84 ÷ 7 = 12 per part; trucks = 2 × 12 = 24.

  • B — 12 is one part, not two.
  • D — 30 would be 2.5 parts.
  • A — 60 is the number of cars.

Concept being tested

Word problems — ratios, rates, percentages, unit conversion, simple interest, distance/time, multi-step arithmetic. Counts once in the AFQT formula. P&P 30 questions / 36 minutes. — 25% of the exam. Study guide for Arithmetic Reasoning (AR).

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  1. What to Expect — CAT-ASVAB and paper-and-pencil subtests, counts and time limits — Official ASVAB (U.S. Department of Defense) · government · retrieved 2026-09-21, verified 2026-09-21
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