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Most state and local exams test reading comprehension, math, grammar and spelling, clerical skills and situational judgment. Police and fire exams add physical and background steps.
USA Civil Service Exam: Quick Facts
- Federal job site
- USAJOBS.gov
- Federal assessments
- USA Hire and agency questionnaires
- Common sections
- Reading, math, grammar, clerical, judgment
- Typical passing score
- Often 70 (varies)
- Ranking
- Eligible list by score
- Veterans
- 5- or 10-point preference (federal)
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