Are flashcards effective for the Civil Service Exam?

Yes. Flashcards use active recall — retrieving an answer from memory — which research shows is one of the most effective ways to make information stick, especially in short sessions spread over several days. That matters for the facts the exam rewards, such as the eight norms of RA 6713, the parts of the 1987 Constitution, and the number-series rules.

What topics do the Civil Service Exam flashcards cover?

All four subtests: Verbal Ability (grammar, synonyms and antonyms, analogies, reading), Numerical Ability (percentages, ratio, word problems, number series), Analytical Ability (syllogisms, analogies, reasoning), and General Information (the 1987 Constitution and Bill of Rights, the RA 6713 norms and SALN, and the environmental laws).

Do these flashcards match the current Civil Service Exam?

Yes. Every card is written to the Career Service Examination as administered by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) — the four subtests and the 80.00% passing rating — and the General Information cards are drawn from the official 1987 Constitution and the cited Republic Acts, so you study exactly what the exam tests.

How should I study with these flashcards?

Mix the modes: flip to learn, type to test recall, match for speed, and quiz to check yourself. Because all four subtests fold into one general rating, spend the most time on your weakest area, and drill the General Information facts (the Constitution and RA 6713) hardest — they are the most predictable points.

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Article III of the 1987 Constitution?

The Bill of Rights — the fundamental civil and political rights of citizens.

What does SALN stand for?

Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth.

Title of Republic Act No. 6713?

The Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.

President's term under the 1987 Constitution?

Six years, with no re-election.

The three branches of government?

Legislative (makes laws), Executive (enforces), Judicial (interprets).

Which branch makes the laws?

The Legislative branch — Congress (Senate + House of Representatives).

Which branch enforces the laws?

The Executive branch — the President and the Cabinet.

Which branch interprets the laws?

The Judicial branch — the Supreme Court and lower courts.

The three Constitutional Commissions?

Civil Service Commission (CSC), COMELEC, and Commission on Audit (COA).

What agency administers the civil service exam?

The Civil Service Commission (CSC).

What is judicial review?

The Supreme Court's power to declare a law or act unconstitutional.

Separation of powers means?

Government authority is divided among the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches.

'Public office is a public trust' means?

Officials are accountable to the people and must serve with integrity and efficiency.

Which body enforces election laws?

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC).

Independent body for human rights violations?

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR).

The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000.

What does RA 9003 require?

Waste segregation at source, recycling/composting, and sanitary landfills (no open dumps).

The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999.

The Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004.

Wildlife resources, their habitats, and biodiversity (Wildlife Conservation Act).

RA 10173 is known as?

The Data Privacy Act of 2012, protecting personal information.

The Magna Carta of Women, promoting women's rights and equality.

Segregation at source means?

Separating waste into biodegradable, recyclable, and residual at the point it is generated.

Commitment to public interest — put the public good above personal interest.

Professionalism — perform duties with excellence, skill, and dedication.

Justness and sincerity — act with justice, fairness, and honesty.

Political neutrality — serve everyone fairly, regardless of party.

Responsiveness to the public — give prompt, courteous, adequate service.

Nationalism and patriotism — be loyal to the Republic and the Filipino people.

Commitment to democracy — uphold the Constitution; country above party.

Simple living — lead a modest life appropriate to one's position and income.

When must a SALN be filed?

On entering service, annually thereafter, and on separation from the service.

Why is the SALN required?

For transparency — to disclose wealth and check for unexplained wealth or conflicts of interest.

Under RA 6713, may an official accept gifts?

No — soliciting or accepting gifts in the course of official duties is prohibited.

The guarantee of fair procedure and law before depriving anyone of life, liberty, or property.

What is equal protection?

The State must treat persons in similar situations alike, without unfair discrimination.

What is double jeopardy?

Protection against being tried twice for the same offense after an acquittal.

Freedom of religion protects?

The right to practice any religion without government interference.

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Article III of the 1987 Constitution?: The Bill of Rights — the fundamental civil and political rights of citizens.
How many norms of conduct under RA 6713?: Eight (8).
What does SALN stand for?: Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth.
Title of Republic Act No. 6713?: The Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.
When was the present Constitution ratified?: 1987.
President's term under the 1987 Constitution?: Six years, with no re-election.
How many senators in the Philippine Senate?: 24, elected nationally.
Voting age (suffrage) under the Constitution?: 18 years old.
National language under the 1987 Constitution?: Filipino.
The three branches of government?: Legislative (makes laws), Executive (enforces), Judicial (interprets).
Which branch makes the laws?: The Legislative branch — Congress (Senate + House of Representatives).
Which branch enforces the laws?: The Executive branch — the President and the Cabinet.
Which branch interprets the laws?: The Judicial branch — the Supreme Court and lower courts.
The three Constitutional Commissions?: Civil Service Commission (CSC), COMELEC, and Commission on Audit (COA).
What agency administers the civil service exam?: The Civil Service Commission (CSC).
What is judicial review?: The Supreme Court's power to declare a law or act unconstitutional.
Separation of powers means?: Government authority is divided among the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches.
'Public office is a public trust' means?: Officials are accountable to the people and must serve with integrity and efficiency.
Which body enforces election laws?: The Commission on Elections (COMELEC).
Which body audits government accounts?: The Commission on Audit (COA).
Independent body for human rights violations?: The Commission on Human Rights (CHR).
RA 9003 is known as?: The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000.
What does RA 9003 require?: Waste segregation at source, recycling/composting, and sanitary landfills (no open dumps).
RA 8749 is known as?: The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999.
RA 9275 is known as?: The Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004.
RA 9147 protects?: Wildlife resources, their habitats, and biodiversity (Wildlife Conservation Act).
RA 10173 is known as?: The Data Privacy Act of 2012, protecting personal information.
RA 9710 is known as?: The Magna Carta of Women, promoting women's rights and equality.
The 3 R's of solid waste management?: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Segregation at source means?: Separating waste into biodegradable, recyclable, and residual at the point it is generated.
Norm 1 of RA 6713?: Commitment to public interest — put the public good above personal interest.
Norm 2 of RA 6713?: Professionalism — perform duties with excellence, skill, and dedication.
Norm 3 of RA 6713?: Justness and sincerity — act with justice, fairness, and honesty.
Norm 4 of RA 6713?: Political neutrality — serve everyone fairly, regardless of party.
Norm 5 of RA 6713?: Responsiveness to the public — give prompt, courteous, adequate service.
Norm 6 of RA 6713?: Nationalism and patriotism — be loyal to the Republic and the Filipino people.
Norm 7 of RA 6713?: Commitment to democracy — uphold the Constitution; country above party.
Norm 8 of RA 6713?: Simple living — lead a modest life appropriate to one's position and income.
When must a SALN be filed?: On entering service, annually thereafter, and on separation from the service.
Why is the SALN required?: For transparency — to disclose wealth and check for unexplained wealth or conflicts of interest.
Under RA 6713, may an official accept gifts?: No — soliciting or accepting gifts in the course of official duties is prohibited.
What is due process?: The guarantee of fair procedure and law before depriving anyone of life, liberty, or property.
What is equal protection?: The State must treat persons in similar situations alike, without unfair discrimination.
What is double jeopardy?: Protection against being tried twice for the same offense after an acquittal.
Freedom of religion protects?: The right to practice any religion without government interference.
Freedom of the press protects?: The right to publish, including material critical of government, without censorship.
Right against self-incrimination?: No person can be compelled to be a witness against himself.
Right to bail means?: An arrested person may secure temporary liberty while awaiting trial, with exceptions.
What is the writ of habeas corpus tied to?: A detained person's right to be informed of the charges and to a lawful detention.
Bill of Rights protection on searches?: Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures (a warrant is generally required).
Right to peaceably assemble protects?: The people's right to assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
Eminent domain requires?: Just compensation when private property is taken for public use.
Who is second in line to the presidency?: The Vice President.
House of Representatives members' term?: Three years.
Who heads the Civil Service Commission?: The Chairperson of the CSC.
Who appoints CSC Commissioners?: The President, with the consent of the Commission on Appointments.
What is the supreme law of the land?: The 1987 Constitution.
Peace and human rights value the State upholds?: Resolving disputes through dialogue and protecting human dignity (no torture).
Commitment to public interest example?: Declining a gift from a bidding contractor to avoid a conflict of interest.
Political neutrality example?: Serving every citizen equally regardless of status or political belief.
Simple living example?: Living modestly even when one's salary could afford luxury.
Subject-verb agreement rule?: The verb matches the true subject in number, ignoring phrases in between.
'The list of applicants ___ posted' — is or are?: IS — the subject is the singular 'list,' not 'applicants.'
Synonym of DILIGENT?: Hardworking, industrious.
Antonym of ABUNDANT?: Scarce.
Synonym vs antonym?: A synonym means nearly the same; an antonym means the opposite.
Synonym of CANDID?: Frank, honest.
Antonym of TEDIOUS?: Engaging, interesting.
Synonym of PRUDENT?: Careful, sensible.
Antonym of PRUDENT?: Reckless, rash.
Synonym of TERSE?: Concise, brief.
Antonym of GENEROUS?: Stingy, selfish.
Synonym of OBSOLETE?: Outdated, antiquated.
How do you solve a word analogy?: Name the relationship in the first pair, then apply the same one to the second pair.
PEN : WRITER :: BRUSH : ?: PAINTER — the link is tool to user.
What is the main idea?: The central point a paragraph makes, supported by all of its details.
Main idea vs supporting detail?: The main idea is the general point; a supporting detail is one specific fact.
What is an inference?: A conclusion drawn from what a passage implies, not what it states directly.
Past perfect tense marks?: An action completed before another past action ('had finished before he arrived').
Are 'each' and 'every' singular or plural?: Singular — they take a singular verb.
Is 'neither...nor' singular or plural?: Usually singular; the verb agrees with the nearer subject.
Correct spelling: accomodate or accommodate?: Accommodate — double c and double m.
'To throw in the towel' means?: To give up or surrender.
'To hit the nail on the head' means?: To be exactly right about something.
'A blessing in disguise' means?: Something that seems bad but turns out to be good.
Paragraph organization: where is the topic sentence?: Often first (or last) — it states the general point the rest support.
Signal words for ordering steps?: First, Next, Then, Finally — they reveal the sequence.
Pronoun-antecedent agreement?: A pronoun must match its antecedent in number and gender.
Sentence completion: how to choose the word?: Use signal words ('because' = cause, 'although' = contrast) to fit the logic.
Effect of 'Because the roads were damaged...'?: The cause demands a matching result — e.g. goods were 'difficult to deliver.'
Synonym of METICULOUS?: Thorough, careful, precise.
Antonym of TRANSPARENT?: Opaque; (figuratively) secretive.
Synonym of AMENABLE?: Agreeable, cooperative.
Antonym of EXPAND?: Contract, shrink.
Synonym of LUCID?: Clear, easy to understand.
Synonym of FRUGAL?: Thrifty, economical.
Antonym of HUMBLE?: Arrogant, proud.
Synonym of VIGILANT?: Watchful, alert.
Antonym of OPTIONAL?: Mandatory, required.
Synonym of COMPLY?: Obey, conform.
Subject joined by 'and' takes which verb?: Usually a plural verb.
Collective noun ('committee') verb?: Usually singular when acting as one unit.
Misplaced modifier — what's the fix?: Place the modifier next to the word it describes to avoid confusion.
How do you find a percentage of a number?: Convert the percent to a decimal and multiply (25% of 80 = 0.25 × 80 = 20).
What is 25% of 80?: 20.
What is 'percent'?: A part out of 100 ('per hundred').
How do you find what percent x is of y?: Divide x by y and multiply by 100.
Percent increase formula?: (change ÷ original) × 100.
Fraction 1/2 as a percent?: 50%.
Fraction 1/4 as a percent?: 25%.
Fraction 3/4 as a percent?: 75%.
Fraction 1/5 as a percent?: 20%.
Fraction 1/3 as a percent?: About 33.3%.
How do you solve a proportion?: Cross-multiply: if 3/4 = x/20, then 4x = 60, so x = 15.
What is a ratio?: A comparison of two quantities (e.g. 3 to 4).
How do you split a total in a ratio?: Add the parts, divide the total by the sum, then multiply by each share.
Work problem: finishes in 4 hrs does how much per hour?: 1/4 of the job per hour.
Two workers (4 hrs and 6 hrs) combined rate?: 1/4 + 1/6 = 5/12 of the job per hour; total time = 12/5 = 2.4 hrs.
Average (mean) formula?: Sum of the values ÷ the number of values.
What is the median?: The middle value when the numbers are arranged in order.
Number series 3, 6, 9, 12 — next?: 15 (add 3 each time — arithmetic).
Number series 2, 4, 8, 16 — next?: 32 (double each time — geometric).
Number series 1, 4, 9, 16, 25 — next?: 36 (perfect squares: 6²).
Number series 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 — next?: 13 (Fibonacci — sum of the two before).
Number series 81, 27, 9, 3 — next?: 1 (divide by 3 each time).
Number series 5, 10, 20, 40 — next?: 80 (×2).
Number series 4, 9, 16, 23, 30 — next?: 37 (differences +5, +7, +9, +11…).
Arithmetic series — defining feature?: A constant difference between consecutive terms.
Geometric series — defining feature?: A constant ratio between consecutive terms.
Order of operations (PEMDAS)?: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiply/Divide, Add/Subtract.
How do you add fractions?: Find a common denominator, add the numerators, then simplify.
How do you compare fractions?: Cross-multiply or convert to a common denominator (or to decimals).
What is a prime number?: A number greater than 1 divisible only by 1 and itself (2, 3, 5, 7, 11…).
Mean of 4, 8, 6, 2?: 5 (sum 20 ÷ 4).
What is 15% of 200?: 30.
Convert 0.2 to a fraction?: 1/5.
Convert 3/5 to a percent?: 60%.
Sum of angles in a triangle?: 180 degrees.
Area of a rectangle?: Length × width.
Perimeter of a rectangle?: 2 × (length + width).
Number series 7, 14, 28, 56 — next?: 112 (×2).
Number series 100, 90, 81, 73 — next?: 66 (subtract 10, 9, 8, 7…).
Number series 2, 5, 11, 23 — next?: 47 (double and add 1).
DOCTOR : HOSPITAL :: TEACHER : ?: SCHOOL — the link is worker to workplace.
What is a syllogism?: A logical argument whose conclusion follows from its premises.
When is a syllogism valid?: When the conclusion must be true whenever the premises are true.
All mammals are warm-blooded; whales are mammals. So?: All whales are warm-blooded (valid).
Does 'All A are B' mean 'All B are A'?: No — that is the invalid converse.
Negation of 'All applicants submitted'?: At least one applicant did NOT submit (not 'no applicant did').
Deductive reasoning?: From general rules to a guaranteed specific conclusion.
Inductive reasoning?: From specific observations to a probable general pattern.
Deductive vs inductive — which is guaranteed?: Deductive — if the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.
What is the contrapositive?: 'If P then Q' becomes 'If not Q then not P' — and it is valid.
'If signed, then valid; this is not valid.' So?: It was not signed (contrapositive).
What is an assumption in an argument?: An unstated premise the argument needs in order to hold.
Logical sequencing — how to start?: Place fixed clues first, then use relative clues ('left of', 'between').
Lina left of Mae, Mae left of Nita — order?: Lina, Mae, Nita — so Lina is leftmost.
What is data sufficiency?: Deciding whether the given clues are enough to answer the question.
Common analogy relationship types?: Tool-to-user, part-to-whole, cause-and-effect, worker-to-workplace.
Premise vs conclusion?: A premise is an assumed-true statement; the conclusion follows from the premises.
'Some' statements — what do they allow?: At least one (possibly all), so 'some A are B' allows 'some B are A.'
Whenever the alarm rings the office evacuates; it was NOT evacuated. So?: The alarm did not ring (contrapositive).
FINGER : HAND :: TOE : ?: FOOT — part to whole.
HOT : COLD :: UP : ?: DOWN — antonyms / opposites.
Invalid converse example?: From 'All cats are animals,' concluding 'All animals are cats.'
What is a valid deduction's guarantee?: A true set of premises guarantees a true conclusion.
How to test an analogy answer?: Make a sentence of the link and check it fits both pairs in the same direction.
Argument 'hire clerks because backlog grows' assumes?: That hiring clerks will actually reduce the backlog.
BIRD : FLY :: FISH : ?: SWIM — object to its characteristic action.
SEED : PLANT :: EGG : ?: BIRD (or chicken) — early stage to mature form.
Validity vs truth?: Validity is about logical form; truth is about whether the statements match reality.
If no rule fits a series, what do you try?: A second-level difference, a 'double-and-add' rule, or alternating operations.
Word association: how to pick the related word?: Find the strongest, most specific relationship between the words.
Synonym of ZEALOUS?: Enthusiastic, eager.
Antonym of CONCEAL?: Reveal, expose.
Synonym of ADHERE?: Stick to, comply with.
Antonym of TEMPORARY?: Permanent.
Synonym of IMPARTIAL?: Fair, unbiased, neutral.
Antonym of IMPARTIAL?: Biased, prejudiced.
Synonym of DETER?: Discourage, prevent.
Synonym of CONCISE?: Brief, to the point.
Antonym of CONCISE?: Wordy, verbose.
Synonym of NEGLIGENT?: Careless, neglectful.
'Beat around the bush' means?: To avoid getting to the point.
'Once in a blue moon' means?: Very rarely.
'Cut corners' means?: To do something cheaply or carelessly to save time/money.
'Hold your horses' means?: Wait; be patient.
Homophone they're / their / there — 'their' means?: Possessive — belonging to them.
Affect vs effect — which is usually the verb?: 'Affect' is usually the verb; 'effect' is usually the noun.
Its vs it's — which is the contraction?: 'It's' = 'it is'; 'its' is possessive.
Fewer vs less — which for countable items?: 'Fewer' for countable items; 'less' for uncountable quantity.
Who vs whom — 'whom' replaces?: The object of a verb or preposition.
Run-on sentence — what is it?: Two independent clauses joined without proper punctuation or a conjunction.
What is a topic sentence?: The sentence that states the main idea a paragraph develops.
Synonym of SUBSTANTIAL?: Considerable, significant.
Antonym of ACCURATE?: Inaccurate, erroneous.
Synonym of DILIGENCE?: Careful, persistent effort.
Correct spelling: recieve or receive?: Receive — 'i before e except after c.'
Correct spelling: seperate or separate?: Separate.
What is 10% of 250?: 25.
What is 50% of 90?: 45.
What is 1/4 of 100?: 25.
Convert 0.75 to a fraction?: 3/4.
Convert 40% to a fraction?: 2/5.
What is 12 × 12?: 144.
What is √81?: 9 (since 9 × 9 = 81).
Number series 1, 3, 6, 10, 15 — next?: 21 (triangular numbers; differences +2,+3,+4,+5,+6).
Number series 2, 6, 12, 20, 30 — next?: 42 (differences +4,+6,+8,+10,+12).
Number series 1, 2, 4, 7, 11 — next?: 16 (differences +1,+2,+3,+4,+5).
Number series 3, 9, 27, 81 — next?: 243 (×3).
Average of 10, 20, 30?: 20.
Profit = ?: Selling price minus cost price.
Simple interest formula?: Interest = principal × rate × time.
What is a multiple of 6?: Any number 6 divides evenly (6, 12, 18, 24…).
What is a factor of 12?: A number that divides 12 evenly (1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12).
LCM of 4 and 6?: 12.
GCF of 12 and 18?: 6.
Decimal 0.125 as a fraction?: 1/8.
What is 3/4 + 1/4?: 1 (whole).
Mixed number 2 1/2 as a decimal?: 2.5.
Ratio 2:4 simplified?: 1:2.
If 4 pens cost 20, what does 1 pen cost?: 5 (unit rate = total ÷ quantity).
What is the mode of a data set?: The value that appears most often.
Area of a triangle?: One-half × base × height.
Number series 5, 7, 10, 14, 19 — next?: 25 (differences +2,+3,+4,+5,+6).
What is 20% of 20% of 100?: 4 (20% of 100 = 20; 20% of 20 = 4).
KEY : LOCK :: PASSWORD : ?: ACCOUNT (or computer) — opens / grants access.
LIBRARY : BOOKS :: BANK : ?: MONEY — place to its contents.
CANDLE : WAX :: TIRE : ?: RUBBER — object to material.
HUNGRY : EAT :: TIRED : ?: SLEEP — condition to its remedy.
WRITER : PEN :: CARPENTER : ?: HAMMER (or saw) — worker to tool.
Valid: 'No A are B; x is an A.' Conclusion?: x is NOT a B.
'Some employees are managers' — does it mean all?: No — 'some' means at least one, not all.
What is a counterexample?: A single case that proves a general claim false.
Order: Ben taller than Ana, Ana taller than Cy. Tallest?: Ben.
If P implies Q, and Q is false, what about P?: P is false (contrapositive: not Q → not P).
Circular reasoning is?: Using the conclusion itself as a premise (begging the question).
DAY : NIGHT :: WAR : ?: PEACE — opposites.
THERMOMETER : TEMPERATURE :: CLOCK : ?: TIME — instrument to what it measures.
What is the conclusion of an argument?: The claim the premises are meant to support.
Necessary vs sufficient condition?: Necessary must be present; sufficient guarantees the result on its own.
If all clues give one unique order, the data is?: Sufficient.
DRIVER : CAR :: PILOT : ?: AIRPLANE — operator to vehicle.
Series 1, 4, 9, 16 follows which rule?: Perfect squares (1², 2², 3², 4²).
'If it rains, the ground is wet. Ground is wet.' Can we conclude it rained?: No — that is affirming the consequent (invalid).
WORD : SENTENCE :: NOTE : ?: SONG (or melody) — part to whole.
What is the preamble of the Constitution?: The introductory statement of the people's aims in adopting it.
'Sovereignty resides in the people' appears where?: In the Declaration of Principles (Article II) of the 1987 Constitution.
Fundamental duty of citizens to the State?: To defend the State (and honor the flag and Constitution).
What is the right to suffrage?: The right of qualified citizens to vote.
RA 6713 promotes which constitutional principle?: That public office is a public trust.
Penalty for failing to file a SALN?: Administrative and/or criminal liability under RA 6713.
Which official heads the Executive branch?: The President.
Smallest local government unit?: The barangay.
What does COMELEC supervise?: Elections and the enforcement of election laws.
Conflict of interest under RA 6713?: When a personal interest could improperly influence official duties.
Right to form unions and associations?: Guaranteed, for purposes not contrary to law.
Magna Carta of Women is which RA?: RA 9710.
What does RA 9147 protect?: Wildlife resources and their habitats.
Right to a speedy trial protects against?: Undue delay in the disposition of a case.
Right to counsel means?: An accused person is entitled to a lawyer's assistance.
What is the Commission on Human Rights' role?: To investigate human rights violations.
Segregating trash at home supports which law?: RA 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act).
Planting trees in a watershed supports?: Protecting a balanced and healthful ecology (environmental policy).
Dumping chemicals in a river violates?: RA 9275 (the Clean Water Act).
Responsiveness to the public means?: Prompt, courteous, and adequate service to citizens.
Justness and sincerity norm requires?: Acting with justice, fairness, and honesty in service.
Professionalism norm requires?: Performing duties with excellence, skill, and dedication.
Nationalism and patriotism norm requires?: Loyalty to the Republic and promoting Filipino interests.
Whistleblowing on a corrupt colleague upholds?: Commitment to public interest and accountability.
Avoiding extravagant spending of public funds shows?: Commitment to public interest (economical use of resources).
Citizenship rules are in which article?: Article IV of the 1987 Constitution.
Who exercises judicial review?: The Supreme Court.
Constitution may be amended by?: Congress as a constituent assembly, a constitutional convention, or people's initiative.

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Numerical Ability	Operations, percentages, ratio, word problems, number series
Analytical Ability	Syllogisms, analogies, reasoning (Professional level only)
General Information	1987 Constitution, RA 6713 Code of Conduct, peace/rights, environment

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References

1.Civil Service Commission (CSC). “Career Service Examination — Examinations & Eligibility.” Republic of the Philippines. ↑
2.Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines. “The 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines.” officialgazette.gov.ph. ↑
3.Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines. “Republic Act No. 6713 — Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.” officialgazette.gov.ph. ↑

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Here at Career Employer, we focus a lot on providing factually accurate information that is always up to date. We strive to provide correct information using strict editorial processes, article editing, and fact-checking for all of the information found on our website. We only utilize trustworthy and relevant resources. To find out more, make sure to read our full editorial process page here.