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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. The information in the essays is necessary to be successful on the test. After the reading period , the essays are collected and the exam begins immediately. Candidates then have two hours to complete 100 multiple-choice questions.  \nWRITTEN TEST OVERVIEW  \nThe FCTC Written Test will cover subject matter within the following four sections:  \nRecall and Comprehend Verbal and Visual Information  \nThis section requires candidates to watch two short videos and answer questions based on the scenarios presented.  \nApply Mechanical Reasoning  \nThis section presents problems to evaluate a candidate’s ability to use reason to identify details within specific mechanical examples. Some questions are presented in a video format and some are included in the test booklet. The topics may include, but are not limited to – Fluid dynamics , levers , belt and pulley systems , rope and pulley systems , and gears.  \nSolve Mathematical Problems  \nThe math section covers areas such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, angles , area , volume, algebra, geometry, and the use of decimals , fractions , and percentages.  \nRecall and Comprehend Technical Information from Written Materials  \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 asks and what the choices say. 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 (ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts and principles to solve problems) . The math component will cover areas such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and the use of decimals , fractions , and percentages.  \n5. Use your time efficiently. The FCTC written test is not a speed test , but is timed. Candidates are given 30 minutes to read and review the essays at the beginning , and two hours for the actual test. Move along at a pace that will allow you to go back an","cbCaigw43FT0gAPV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigw43FT0gAPV","pdf",737048,13,"English","# Preparing for the Written Test\n# Written Test Overview\n## Recall and Comprehend Verbal and Visual Information\n## Apply Mechanical Reasoning\n## Solve Mathematical Problems\n## Recall and Comprehend Technical Information from Written Materials\n# Testing Tips and Strategies\n# Study and Practice Materials by Section\n## Section 1: Recall and Comprehend Verbal and Visual Information","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the FCTC written test?\",\"answer\":\"The test measures knowledge and skills in reading comprehension, recall of verbal and visual details, basic mathematics, and mechanical reasoning to understand and apply mechanical concepts and principles.\"},{\"question\":\"How is the testing process scheduled?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates begin with a 30-minute period to read and study essays. 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