What's a very reliable/accurate/inexpensive way to check garden soil?

Wanda
by Wanda
In a residence and want to 'groom' garden areas for planting (this year or next). Would like to know the wuality of the soil, e.g. what nutrient content levels are, etc. Since I haven't gardened in a while, hoped to receive proven practices from others.
Thank you in advance!
~Wanda

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