INTRODUCTION
Aptitude tests are structured systematic ways of evaluating how people perform on tasks or react to different situations. They have standardised methods of administration and scoring with the results quantified and compared with how others have done at the same tests. They are increasingly administered on a computer.
There are the following timed, free practice aptitude tests on this web site including answers and working out:
- Numerical Reasoning
- Numerical Reasoning: Graphs and Tables
- Letter Sequences (logical reasoning)
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (spatial ability / diagrammatic reasoning)
- Verbal Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning (synonyms and antonyms)
- Verbal Logic Test
- Computer Aptitude Test
- Vocabulary Test
- Homonyms Test
- Spelling and punctuation test for applications not strictly a psychometric test, but will help with verbal skills.
- Lateral (Creative) Thinking Quiz
- Teamwork Styles
- Leadership Styles
- Careers Explorer not strictly a test, but a quick and easy to use program to help you choose a career.
Many people have a fear of tests, but these are usually only part of the overall assessment procedure. Employers will use them alongside interviews, application forms, references, academic results and other selection methods, so test results won't usually be the only information looked at. No test is perfect, and some candidates such as those with disabilities, may be at a disadvantage when taking this type of test. If you have a disability contact the test administrator in advance as they may be able to make allowances.
