Glossary R
Radicals
Mathematical concepts tested on the ASVAB exam.
Rational expressions
Mathematical expressions tested on the ASVAB exam.
Ratios and proportions
Mathematical concepts tested on the ASVAB exam.
Raw score
The number of correct answers on the ASVAB exam before any adjustments or conversions are made.
Reading comprehension
The ability to understand and retain information from reading passages.
Reading comprehension skills
The ability to understand and retain information from reading passages.
Reading comprehension strategies
Techniques for understanding and retaining information from reading passages.
Reading strategies
Techniques for improving reading comprehension and speed.
Reading Tactics
Strategies for approaching and comprehending reading passages in the ASVAB exam.
Read instructions carefully during the exam
Paying close attention to instructions and following them accurately during the ASVAB exam.
Recognition
The ability to identify and understand information presented in the ASVAB exam.
Recognizing patterns and relationships
Identifying connections and relationships between ideas and concepts in the text.
Recognizing patterns in the text structure
Identifying the organization and structure of the text to aid in comprehension.
Recognizing rhetorical devices
Identifying persuasive techniques used by the author to influence the reader.
Recognizing tone and mood
Identifying the author’s attitude and emotions conveyed through the text.
Recruitment Process
The process of selecting and enlisting individuals into the military based on their ASVAB scores and other qualifications.
Reduced test anxiety
Techniques and strategies to manage stress and anxiety during the ASVAB exam.
Regression analysis
A statistical method for analyzing the relationship between variables.
Relaxation exercises
Physical exercises designed to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
Relaxation techniques
Techniques for reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
Reliability
The consistency and accuracy of results or information.
Repetition
The act of repeating material to improve retention and understanding.
Repetition and Review
The act of repeating and reviewing material to improve retention and understanding.
Re-reading sections of the text for clarification
The act of re-reading sections of text to improve understanding and clarify concepts.
Resilience building tactics
Strategies for developing resilience and the ability to bounce back from setbacks.
Resistance
The act of pushing through challenges and obstacles to achieve a goal.
Resource materials
Materials used to support learning and understanding.
Resource pooling
The act of combining resources to achieve a common goal.
Responsibility
The act of taking ownership and being accountable for one’s actions and outcomes.
Rest and recovery
The act of taking breaks and allowing time for recovery to improve performance.
Retention rate
The percentage of information retained over time.
Retention strategies
Techniques for improving the retention of information.
Retrieval practice
The act of recalling information from memory to improve retention and recall.
Review and revision tactics
Strategies for reviewing and revising material to improve understanding and retention.
Review answers before submitting
The act of reviewing answers before submitting to ensure accuracy.
Reviewing basic math concepts
The act of reviewing fundamental math concepts to improve understanding and performance.
Reviewing missed questions
The act of reviewing questions that were answered incorrectly to identify areas for improvement.
Reviewing notes regularly
The act of regularly reviewing notes to reinforce learning and improve retention.
Rewards and incentives
Benefits or bonuses given to individuals for achieving specific objectives or goals.
Rewards system
A system that provides incentives or rewards for achieving certain goals or milestones.
Reward systems for motivation
A system that provides rewards to motivate individuals to achieve a goal.
Reward systems for progress
A system that provides rewards for making progress towards a goal.
Rhymes
Words that have the same ending sound.
Robotics
The study and development of robots and their applications.
Roofing installation
The process of installing a roof on a building.
Root Word Analysis
The process of breaking down words into their component parts to understand their meanings.
Root words
The basic building blocks of words.
Root words and affixes
The building blocks of words and their meanings.