Other Aptitude Test Preparation Resources

There are numerous resources available from which you can obtain information about how to practice taking aptitude tests. While NYPA does not endorse any particular publication, a sampling of aptitude test preparation books can be found below. You can widen your search by entering specific search words into your preferred search engine on the internet.

Sample List of External Resources to Assist in Test Preparation for the

NYPA Aptitude Tests

(At the time of this writing, these resources were available at online bookstores. Also check with your local library and/or bookstores).

1. McGraw-Hill's ASVAB Basic Training for the AFQT, Second Edition (McGraw-Hill's ASVAB Basic Training for the AFQT (Armed Forces). Dr. Janet Wall (Author)

2. Kaplan ASVAB 2010 Edition: The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery. Kaplan (Author)

3. ARCO Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Relations Tests. Joan U. Levy (Author), Norman Levy (Author)

4. IQ and Psychometric Test Workbook: Essential Preparation for Verbal, Numerical and Spatial Aptitude Tests and Personality Tests (Testing Series). Philip Carter (Author)

5. Barron's Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Relations Test. Dr. Joel Wiesen (Author)

6. Kaplan GED: Complete Self-Study Guide for the GED Tests. Caren Van Slyke (Author) (Suggestion: Focus your study on sections relating to language arts and writing, arithmetic, and physical science.)

Notes:

ASVAB = Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

AFQT = Armed Forces Qualification Test