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It is designed to assess your ability to process information and think critically. The goal of the test is to measure your knowledge in reading comprehension, ability to recall detailed visual and verbal information , basic mathematics , and mechanical reasoning (ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts and principles) .  \nThe testing process starts with a 30-minute period in which candidates are given essays to read and study. After the reading period , the essays are collected, and the exam begins immediately.  \nCandidates then have two hours to complete 100 multiple-choice questions.  \nWRITTEN TEST OVERVIEW  \nThe FCTC Written Test will cover subject matter within the following sections:  \nRecall and Comprehend Verbal and Visual Information (20 Questions)  \nThis section requires candidates to watch two short videos and answer questions based on the scenarios presented.  \nApply Mechanical Reasoning (25 Questions)  \nThis section presents problems to evaluate a candidate’s ability to use reason to identify details within specific mechanical examples. The topics may include, but are not limited to: Fluid dynamics , levers , belt and pulley systems , rope and pulley systems , gears , and interpreting diagrams.  \nSolve Mathematical Problems (20 Questions)  \nThe math section covers areas such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division , angles , area , volume, algebra, and the use of decimals , fractions , percentages , and ratios.  \nRecall and Comprehend Technical Information from Written Materials (35 Questions from essay packet and test booklet)  \nThis section assesses a candidate’s ability to recall detailed information and demonstrate comprehension. Some essays are provided during the first 30 minutes of the exam period and some are included in the test booklet. The essays to be read at the beginning of the exam process cannot be referred to during the test. Answers must be based on recall of material studied during the 30 minutes allotted.  \nTESTING TIPSAND STRATEGIES  \n1. Listen carefully to all directions. Ask questions if there is something you don’t understand.  \n2. Read the entire question fully and carefully. Be sure that you know what the question is asking and what the choices are. People often choose wrong answers simply because they failed to read the question in its entirety or the provided answers carefully, or because they chose an answer before reading all options.  \n3. Choose the answer that is GENERALLY best. Answer according to what is generally or usually true, not by what would be true in some particular case. Sometimes there is no answer that is complete, or exactly correct , or always correct. The best answer is the one that is right under ordinary conditions. Here is an example:  \nThe number of days in a year is:  \nA. 365  \nB. 366  \nC. 367  \nD. 368  \nThe right answer is the one that was true for most years , not the one that was true for leap years.  \n4. Understand that these exams aren’t designed to trick you. The goal of the exam is to measure your basic knowledge in reading comprehension, ability to recall detailed information, mathematics , and mechanical reasoning.  \n5. Use your time efficiently. The FCTC Written Test is not a speed test but it is timed. Candidates are given 30 minutes to read and review the essays at the beginning , and two hours for the remaining test. Move along at a pace that will allow you to go back and check your answers. Begin the actual test with the subject you excel at the most.  \n6. Don’t change answers too much. When in doubt , your first answer is often correct. Answers that are changed too many times may result in the wrong answer. Eliminate choices you know ar","cbCair7Y4U3KszVp","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCair7Y4U3KszVp","pdf",1474870,25,"English","# Preparing for the Written Test\n## Written Test Overview\n## Testing Tips and Strategies\n# Study Materials\n## Recall and Comprehend Technical Information from Written Materials\n## Essay Packets","[{\"question\":\"How does the FCTC Written Test begin and what happens during the first 30 minutes?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates receive essays to read and study for 30 minutes. 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