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Basic numerical reasoning
Examines problem-solving ability and numerical fluency at an elementary level.
Also known as the Number Chains Test
Cognitive ability tests
Numerical Reasoning Cognitive Ability Tests
Numerical reasoning tests examine quantitative problem solving ability and numerical aptitude. These pre-employment tests are good choices for roles that involve working with numbers or data or even schedules.
Psychologist feedback is available and included with every test.
- Basic numerical reasoningExamines problem-solving ability and numerical fluency at an elementary level.
- Numerical reasoningExamines general reasoning skills and numerical fluency.
- Advanced numerical reasoningExamines problem-solving ability and numerical fluency at a more difficult level.
- EquationsA measure of mathematical equation problem-solving.
- Data checkingExamines how accurately a candidate checks numerical information.
Choose a version
Numerical Reasoning versions
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Numerical reasoning
Examines general reasoning skills and numerical fluency.
Also known as the Number Patterns Test
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Advanced numerical reasoning
Examines problem-solving ability and numerical fluency at a more difficult level.
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Equations
A measure of mathematical equation problem-solving.
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Data checking
Examines how accurately a candidate checks numerical information.
The science
How numerical reasoning tests work
These tests measure Quantitative knowledge (Gq) which is defined as the breadth and depth of a candidate’s acquired store of declarative and procedural quantitative or numerical knowledge. They are also tests of Fluid reasoning (Gf). These pre-employment tests are good choices for roles that involve working with numbers or data or even schedules.
Because they are also tests of Fluid reasoning (Gf), they are defined by requiring a candidate to use deliberate and controlled mental operations, often in a flexible manner, and to solve novel problems that cannot be performed automatically.
Mental operations often include drawing inferences, concept formation, classification, generalisation, generating and testing hypotheses, identifying relations, comprehending implications, problem-solving, extrapolating, and transforming information.
Numerical reasoning tests are used extensively in pre-employment testing regimes. They are an extremely useful type of psychometric test that measures cognitive ability and potential.
FAQ
Questions about numerical reasoning tests
What do numerical reasoning tests measure?
They measure quantitative knowledge (Gq) and fluid reasoning (Gf).
Which version should I choose?
Tell us about the role and the level you are hiring for, and we will recommend the test and the level.
Is feedback included?
Psychologist feedback is available and included with every test.
How are the tests delivered?
The tests are web-based, with immediate results.
Do candidates get a practice test?
Candidates get a practice test.
Are the tests timed?
Yes, the tests are timed.
Are there New Zealand norms?
Yes. Australian and New Zealand norms are available.
The wider picture
Using cognitive tests with the rest of your process
Cognitive ability results are often read alongside personality and work values results, to give a fuller picture of a person.
Regularly reviewed by our research team headed up by Dr Bradley Dolph, Head of Psychology / Registered Psychologist, RightPeople Candidate Testing.
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