Aptitude test guides
Exact formats, timings and sample questions for SHL, numerical, logical, verbal, SJT and employer-specific assessments.
Amazon Work Simulation Assessment: Format, Timing and Practice
The Amazon Work Simulation assessment averages 60 minutes of realistic work tasks. Learn the format, how Leadership Principles are scored, and practise two examples.
Employer Assessments·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readBig 4 Online Assessment: PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG Guide
The Big 4 online assessment differs at each firm. Compare PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG formats, providers, timings and question types, with worked examples.
Employer Assessments·Sep 2, 2026 · 9 min readCappfinity Assessment: Format, Questions and How to Pass
A Cappfinity assessment is a strengths based online test with no fixed time limit. Learn the formats, see worked sample questions and practise the right way.
Employer Assessments·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readCCAT Test Guide: 50 Questions in 15 Minutes Explained
The CCAT (Criteria Cognitive Aptitude Test) is 50 questions in 15 minutes across verbal, math and spatial reasoning. Formats, scoring and worked examples.
Assessment Basics·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readHow to Pass Online Assessment Tests: A Practical Guide
Learn how to pass online assessment tests: identify the publisher, set up your desk, manage the clock and practise the right formats, with worked examples.
Assessment Basics·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readLogical Reasoning Test Practice: Questions and Method
Logical reasoning test practice with two worked questions, the deductive and inductive formats employers use, typical timings, and the rule-first method that saves time.
Logical Reasoning·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readNumerical Reasoning: Percentages and Ratios Made Simple
Numerical reasoning percentages and ratios explained: the four formulas you need, percentage points versus percent, reverse percentages, and two fully worked test questions.
Numerical Reasoning·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readNumerical Reasoning Test Tips That Actually Raise Scores
Numerical reasoning test tips that work: read the question before the table, estimate first, use the two-pass method, and avoid the four traps that cost marks.
Numerical Reasoning·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readPymetrics Games: Guide to All 12 Games and How to Prepare
Pymetrics games are 12 short behavioural games that measure over 90 traits. Learn what each game tests, how scoring works, and how to prepare properly.
Employer Assessments·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readSHL General Ability Test (Verify G+): Format and Answers
The SHL general ability test explained: Verify G+ is 30 questions in 36 minutes across numerical, inductive and deductive reasoning. Worked examples included.
SHL·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readSHL Inductive Reasoning Test: Formats and Worked Examples
The SHL inductive reasoning test explained: interactive and multiple choice formats, timings, two worked pattern questions, and a rule-finding method that works.
SHL·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readSHL Numerical Reasoning Test Practice: Formats and Answers
SHL numerical reasoning test practice with real formats, timings, two worked questions and the scoring rules. Learn what employers actually score you on.
SHL·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readSHL Verbal Reasoning Test: Format, Rules and Worked Answers
The SHL verbal reasoning test explained: true, false and cannot say rules, timings, two worked passages with answers, and the errors that cost most marks.
SHL·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readSituational Judgement Test Guide: Formats and Answers
A situational judgement test guide covering the four answer formats, how SJTs are scored against expert benchmarks, two worked scenarios, and the traps that lower scores.
Situational Judgement·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min readTestGorilla Assessment: Test Types, Timings and How to Pass
A TestGorilla assessment combines up to five short tests. Learn the test types, exact durations, the one-attempt rule, and how to prepare for each section.
Employer Assessments·Sep 2, 2026 · 7 min readWatson Glaser Test: 5 Sections, Rules and Sample Questions
The Watson Glaser test is 40 critical thinking questions in 30 minutes across five sections. Learn each section's rules with worked sample questions.
Logical Reasoning·Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min read