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Military Exam Prep

Ran Chen, EA, CFP®

Military Exam Prep is a free, daily podcast by OpenExamPrep covering the most in-demand military aptitude, classification, and advancement exams — including the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery), AFCT, PiCAT, AFOQT (Air Force Officer Qualifying Test), OAR (Officer Aptitude Rating), ASTB-E (Aviation Selection Test Battery), SIFT (Selection Instrument for Flight Training), DLAB and DLPT (Defense Language tests), EDPT, NAPT, DoD Cyber Test, Air Force PFE, Navy NWAE, Coast Guard SWE,

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03:18

Navy OAR Exam Prep 07, Whole Numbers Fractions and...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/07

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - To master PEMDAS, you must apply the left-to-right rule for multiplication/division and addition/subtraction pairs. - When adding or subtracting fractions, always

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02:45

Navy OAR Exam Prep 06, Test Day Rules Pacing and No...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/06

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - The OAR is a computer-adaptive test, meaning you cannot skip questions or return to change your answers. - Personal calculators and all electronic devices are

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03:13

Navy OAR Exam Prep 05, Retakes and Score of Record Rules

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/05

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - The Navy OAR uses your most recent score as the official score of record, even if it's lower than a previous attempt. - A lower score on a retake permanently

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03:39

Navy OAR Exam Prep 04, OAR Scores and Program...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/04

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The OAR score is a composite score on a 20-80 scale, reported immediately after the test. - There is no single universal "passing" OAR score; each Navy officer

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03:26

Navy OAR Exam Prep 03, OAR vs ASTB-E

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/03

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - That the OAR is a component of the larger ASTB-E, consisting of its first three subtests. - Which specific officer communities require an OAR score versus the full

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03:54

Navy OAR Exam Prep 02, Who Takes the OAR and Why

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/02

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - The OAR is a subset of the ASTB-E, consisting of the Math, Reading, and Mechanical Comprehension sections, not a separate test. - OAR scores are critical for

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02:11

Navy OAR Exam Prep 01, Exam Format and Adaptive Testing

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/08/01

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The OAR is composed of three subtests: Math Skills (MST), Reading Comprehension (RCT), and Mechanical Comprehension (MCT). - The exam is a computer-adaptive test

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02:24

AFOQT Exam Prep 92, Beyond AFOQT — Medical Exams,...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/29

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - The correct sequence of events after the AFOQT/PCSM for rated applicants. - The difference between the Flying Class 1 (FC1) and FC1A medical exams and who requires

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03:44

AFOQT Exam Prep 91, Active Duty Enlisted to Officer —...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/28

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The AFOQT is the mandatory standardized test for all active duty enlisted members pursuing a commission through OTS, LEAD, or ASCP. - For Officer Training School

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03:53

AFOQT Exam Prep 90, USAFA Cadet Timeline

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/27

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - USAFA cadets take their official AFOQT for rated consideration during their "firstie" (senior) year. - The rated selection board uses a "whole person" concept,

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03:46

AFOQT Exam Prep 89, OTS Applicant Timeline

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/26

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - To plan your AFOQT exam at least 6-12 months before your target Officer Training School board convenes. - That rated applicants must complete both the AFOQT and the

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02:20

AFOQT Exam Prep 88, AFROTC Cadet Timeline

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/25

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - The optimal window for AFROTC cadets to take the AFOQT (sophomore year to fall of junior year). - Why the AFOQT and TBAS must be completed before the junior year

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03:15

AFOQT Exam Prep 87, Score-of-Record Strategy — When...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/24

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.In this episode you will learn: - That the AFOQT uses a 'super-scoring' system, where your best composite scores from any attempt are used. - Why you should only consider a retake if your score is

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02:51

AFOQT Exam Prep 86, Non-Rated Officer Track — Just...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/23

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - For non-rated AFOQT candidates, only the Verbal (minimum 15) and Quantitative (minimum 10) composite scores are required for qualification. - How to perform "test

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03:39

AFOQT Exam Prep 85, ABM-Track Subtest Optimization

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/22

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The six AFOQT subtests that comprise the Air Battle Manager (ABM) composite score. - How spatial reasoning is tested using the Block Counting and Instrument

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01:19

AFOQT Exam Prep 84, CSO-Track Subtest Optimization

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/21

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The six specific subtests that form the AFOQT Combat Systems Officer (CSO) composite score. - Why the Physical Science subtest is the most critical differentiator

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03:10

AFOQT Exam Prep 83, Pilot-Track Subtest Optimization

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/20

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The AFOQT Pilot Composite score is calculated from only seven specific subtests: Verbal Analogies, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Instrument Comprehension,

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03:12

AFOQT Exam Prep 82, PCSM Target Scores — 60/70/80 Tiers

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/19

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The PCSM score, not just the AFOQT Pilot score, is what selection boards review. - A PCSM score of 60 is the minimum to apply, 70 is considered competitive, and 80+

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04:08

AFOQT Exam Prep 81, Building Your PCSM Score

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/18

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - How the PCSM score is calculated from three key components: AFOQT Pilot score, TBAS results, and flight hours. - Why a high AFOQT Pilot score alone won't guarantee a

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03:05

AFOQT Exam Prep 80, TBAS Strategy — Practice...

Military Exam Prep ·

2026/07/17

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - That the TBAS multitasking subtest evaluates your ability to manage several tasks in parallel, not in sequence. - Why the 2024 PCSM algorithm update makes your TBAS

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