PMA Long Course Initial Test case studies
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The PMA Long Course Initial Test is the first screening stage for candidates seeking a commission through the Pakistan Military Academy's Long Course, the main officer-cadet entry route for intermediate and graduate candidates. It is a selection event rather than a single written paper: candidates typically move through academic and intelligence testing, a physical fitness assessment, a medical examination, and an interview, with each stage able to end the process. The PMA Long Course Initial Test case studies are 5 cases and about 2,637 words.
1Ration and Transport Plan for a 42-Candidate Study Camp
A PMA aspirant is asked to plan one Saturday for 42 candidates travelling from a study academy to a camp 18 km away. Two coasters are available: Coaster A seats 26 and costs PKR 9,600 for the round trip; Coaster B seats 18 and costs PKR 7,200.
558 words, about 3 min2Rope-Bridge Descent and Braking Load
During a confidence test, an 80 kg candidate (68 kg body mass plus 12 kg equipment) descends a 12 m rope inclined at 35° to the horizontal. He starts from rest and reaches 3.0 m/s after 4.0 s, then uses a braking hand to hold a steady 3.0 m/s for 6.0 s.
526 words, about 3 min3Four-Person Squad Selection with Overlapping Rules
Seven candidates - A, B, C, D, E, F and G - are being considered for a four-person squad. Exactly four must be selected.
521 words, about 3 min4Eight-Week Run and Strength Plan with Shin Pain
A 19-year-old candidate wants to improve before the physical assessment in 8 weeks. Current bests: 1.6 km run 7 min 20 s, push-ups 22, sit-ups 30, pull-ups 3.
551 words, about 3 min5Disclosure of Childhood Asthma and Pre-Run Inhaler Use
An 18-year-old candidate has passed the initial academic and physical screening and is filling the medical form before interview. He had asthma until age 10, has had no attack for 7 years, but keeps a salbutamol inhaler and uses it before 1.6 km runs just in case.
481 words, about 2 min