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WELCOME
Thank you for your interest in employment with the County of Los Angeles. This booklet is designed
to familiarize and assist you with preparing for tests containing multiple-choice entry-level clerical
items. The sample questions provided in this study guide are intended to give you an idea of the
kinds of clerical items you may encounter in County tests. However, it is important to note that
actual test questions will vary in format, content, and level of difficulty, depending on the job class
being tested.
ABOUT THE COUNTY’S EXAMINATIONS
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the County of Los Angeles takes steps to ensure that our exam
content is job-related. We conduct studies to determine the knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal
characteristics that are essential to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job. These studies assist
us in developing the content of our examinations. Pre-employment testing provides us with an
objective and cost-effective means to assess the qualifications of our applicants.
NOTE: Applicants who require special testing arrangements such as readers or interpreters must
provide seven (7) days advance notice of their disability and requested accommodation. Check the
front side of the job bulletin for telephone numbers to call to make disability accommodation
requests. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
TEST-TAKING TIPS
Most County tests have a set time limit, so it is important that you work quickly, but not so fast as to
become careless. Always read all the possible choices before marking your answer. If you do not
know the answer to a problem, it is usually best to skip it and move on to the others. Note that on
most County tests, your score is based on the number of correct responses. If you are not sure of
the answer to a problem, eliminate the answers you believe are wrong, and mark the choice that is
your best response. Above all, budget your time, pace yourself, and avoid getting bogged down on
any single question.
On test day, it is recommended that you arrive 15 minutes prior to the test’s starting time, wear
comfortable clothes, bring an accurate watch, and make sure you are well-rested. Also, remember to
bring your test notice and a picture I.D. such as a driver license, or you may not be admitted into the
test!