#Logical Reasoning Test: 2016 Success Guide (Includes Example Practice Test)

This guide will tell you what to expect during a logical reasoning test and show you how to succeed, in clear detail, step-by-step.

Logical Reasoning Test: 3 important points before we begin

You can practise real logical reasoning tests (referred to en masse as non-verbal reasoning tests ) by clicking here . These tests are the same type used by large corporate employers. Logical reasoning is just one part of modern aptitude testing. You can find my free aptitude test success guides here . (They cover numerical and verbal reasoning etc.) Lastly, be sure to check out my Ultimate Interview and Assessment Day Guide it s filled with useful advice and resources that will help you succeed on the big day.

What is a logical reasoning test?

A logical reasoning test is a form of psychometric testing that is widely used by corporate employers to help assess candidates during their recruitment process.

Psychometric is just a fancy way of saying measuring mental ability and logical reasoning tests are designed to measure your non-verbal skills. We ll cover this in more detail later.

Sounds a little intimidating? Don t worry, I m going to tell you how to prepare. I ve assessed candidates using this technique (and I ve also faced logical reasoning tests as a candidate myself), so I m well aware of the feelings of apprehension you probably have ! Let s continue.

Logical Reasoning Test: What s included?

Logical reasoning tests mostly feature non-verbal content, requiring candidates to interpret and manipulate shapes, numbers and patterns.

Sometimes logical reasoning tests are given a more specific name to reflect a more targetted skillset. Such as:  inductive reasoning , diagrammatic reasoning and abstract reasoning . The terminology differs between the various tests, but the overall principle is the same.

As with most areas of psychometric testing there s plenty of overlap in the areas of assessment, but the ultimate goal is the same: to get a well-rounded view of candidates mental capacity.

Logical Reasoning Test: Example Questions

Here s two example questions from a typical logical reasoning test:

Logical Reasoning Test simple steps to success

Ok let s get into the detail. How do we pass a logical reasoning test?

Logical Reasoning Test video guide

This video guide from Ben Williams will show you what to expect in more detail. Go and grab a cup of tea, a pen and some notepaper and settle down to watch the video be sure to make some notes, you will be grateful you did!

Logical Reasoning Test Practise makes perfect

Nothing will enhance your chances of success during your logical reasoning test more than familiarity with the content, structure and timing of the test. Practise makes perfect.

You can practise the logical reasoning tests used by large corporate employers here . If you re serious about passing your logical reasoning test, this is a must-buy.

People often go straight to careers sites for advice, but there s some great tips to be found on employers websites too (like this from the PwC website), so make sure you check your prospective employer s site for any extra guidance and insight.

Important! Update your CV before your interview

Lots of candidates make the mistake of thinking they don't need to improve their CV once they've been invited to interview.

Big mistake. Here's why:

1) You should update your CV before the interview event and take a fresh, new-and-improved version with you. (Ideally one that is TAILORED to the role you want.)

2) At interviews and assessment days, your CV will form the basis of your interview. (Whether the interview is competency-based or not.) You'll be expected to answer questions on your CV and usually to walk your interviewer through it.

3) This is the big one: After you've left your interview or assessment day, your CV will be held in the hands of the people who are making the hiring decision. They will literally be looking at your CV while making the hiring decision.

(I've been in this position many times. After spending an entire day meeting and interviewing lots of people, the candidates' CVs are the documents you use to remind yourself which candidate was which and also to revisit the candidates' skills and experience.)

Your CV summarizes the 'professional benefits' of you and is what leaves the last impression. So one last time: Your CV makes your first and last impression; it's a crucial document. Make is as strong as it can be.

If you want to improve your CV (and I don't know why you wouldn't), check out our CV evaluation service . It's fast and provides excellent results.

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Good luck!

I hope you enjoyed this free guide? I d love to hear your feedback so please do get in touch and let me know. Thanks and good luck in your logical reasoning test!