Complete Psychometric Practice Test Guide

Description

Psychometric tests are commonplace in many selection processes. They are an effective way for an employer to assess a candidate’s suitability for a specific post or position. The type of psychometric tests used will normally be reflective of the role you are applying for. For example, a banker would normally be required to carry out numerical-based psychometric tests whilst a police officer would be required to carry tests and assessments based on the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally (verbal comprehension).

In the majority of psychometric test assessments, you are not expected to answer all of the questions. When you turn over the test paper or when you start your online test you may see that the total number of questions in the test is excessive for the time given to answer them. If this is the case, do not panic, you are not required to finish the test. The key to remember is that you must answer as many questions as possible but you should also aim for accuracy. Far too many test-takers sacrifice speed for accuracy and as a result, they fail the test.

Many people are interested in the passing mark for their forthcoming assessment. The truth is that many test administrators will score and assess candidates based on an average score for the entire group of applicants. Therefore, you should not become overly concerned about reaching an actual pass mark of say 70% but instead concentrate on answering as many questions in an accurate manner. There are no two ways about it, the most effective way in which you can prepare for psychometric tests is to attempt as many sample test questions as possible.