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Numerical Reasoning Test

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Type

Cognitive Ability

Time

10 minutes

Level

Medium

Questions

12

About the Test

A numerical reasoning test helps to measure the candidate’s numerical aptitude and their ability to interpret, analyze and draw conclusions from data sets.

Numerical reasoning is the ability to understand and interpret numerical information and to use it to solve problems. It involves the ability to perform mathematical operations accurately and to understand and apply mathematical concepts and principles to real-world situations.

Numerical reasoning is an important skill in a variety of fields, including finance, business, and science. It is often tested as part of aptitude or achievement tests for these fields, as it is a key indicator of an individual’s ability to understand and work with numerical data. This test will help to analyze the candidate’s ability to Interpret data from tables, graphs, and charts, and their knowledge about percentages, proportions, fractions, and ratios.

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Skills Measured

  • Interpreting data from tables graphs and charts
  • Percentages and proportions
  • Fractions and ratios
  • Number series

Roles

  • Data analysts
  • Data Scientists
  • Graduate Engineer Trainee
  • Consulting and Accounting
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  • Technology
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  • Computer system analysts
  • Accountants and Auditors
  • Engineers

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1

Interpreting data from tables graphs and charts

Interpreting data from tables, graphs, and charts is an important aspect of numerical reasoning, as it involves understanding and making sense of numerical information presented in these formats. This may involve identifying patterns and trends in the data, drawing conclusions based on the data, and making predictions or recommendations based on the analysis.

2

Percentages and proportions

Percentages and proportions are important concepts in numerical reasoning, as they are used to express relationships between quantities. Percentages are used to express a quantity as a fraction of 100. For example, 50% is equivalent to 50/100, or 1/2. Percentages are often used to express changes in quantities over time, or to compare quantities. Proportions are used to express the relationship between two or more quantities in the form of a ratio.

3

Fractions and ratios

Fractions and ratios are important concepts in numerical reasoning, as they are used to express relationships between quantities. Fractions are used to represent a part of a whole and Ratios are used to express the relationship between two or more quantities in the form of a fraction.

4

Number series

Number series in numerical reasoning refers to a sequence of numbers that follow a specific pattern or rule. The ability to understand and complete number series is an important aspect of numerical reasoning, as it involves identifying patterns and applying mathematical principles to solve problems.

The test is created by a subject-matter expert

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Top five hard skills interview questions for Numerical Reasoning

1. A company had revenue of $1 million last year and revenue of $1.2 million this year. What is the percentage increase in revenue this year compared to last year?
Why this Matters?

Numerical reasoning is essential for roles that require analyzing and interpreting data. This question tests the candidate’s ability to calculate percentages and perform basic arithmetic operations.

What to listen for?

Look for candidates who can quickly calculate the percentage increase in revenue and explain how they arrived at the answer. Pay attention to their approach to solving the problem, as well as their ability to explain the steps involved.

2. A team of 5 employees completes a project in 10 days. How many days would it take for a team of 8 employees to complete the same project, assuming that the productivity per employee is the same?
Why this Matters?

Numerical reasoning is critical for roles that require project management or resource planning. This question tests the candidate’s ability to calculate rates and perform basic arithmetic operations.

What to listen for?

Look for candidates who can quickly calculate the number of days required for a team of 8 employees to complete the project and explain how they arrived at the answer. Pay attention to their approach to solving the problem, as well as their ability to explain the steps involved.

3. Given a set of numbers {4, 7, 9, 11, 15}, what is the mean of the numbers?
Why this Matters?

Numerical reasoning is essential for roles that require statistical analysis or data interpretation. This question tests the candidate’s ability to calculate the mean of a set of numbers.

What to listen for?

Look for candidates who can quickly calculate the mean of the set of numbers and explain how they arrived at the answer. Pay attention to their approach to solving the problem, as well as their ability to explain the steps involved.

4. A company’s net income last year was $500,000, and its revenue was $1 million. What is the net profit margin for the company last year?
Why this Matters?

Numerical reasoning is essential for roles that require financial analysis or budget planning. This question tests the candidate’s ability to calculate the net profit margin for a company.

What to listen for?

Look for candidates who can quickly calculate the net profit margin for the company and explain how they arrived at the answer. Pay attention to their approach to solving the problem, as well as their ability to explain the steps involved.

5. A factory produces 500 units of a product in 8 hours. How many units can the factory produce in 12 hours, assuming that the productivity rate remains constant?
Why this Matters?

Numerical reasoning is critical for roles that require production planning or inventory management. This question tests the candidate’s ability to calculate rates and perform basic arithmetic operations

What to listen for?

Look for candidates who can quickly calculate the number of units the factory can produce in 12 hours and explain how they arrived at the answer. Pay attention to their approach to solving the problem, as well as their ability to explain the steps involved.

Frequently Asked Questions for Numerical Reasoning

A numerical reasoning exam evaluates a candidate’s ability to handle and analyze numerical data. Also, it tests candidates’ maths skills and tends to focus on several specific areas.

  • Interpreting data from tables graphs and charts
  • Percentages and proportions
  • Fractions and ratios
  • Number series

This assessment assists recruiters or hiring managers in identifying possible candidates who have the capacity to deal with numbers and numerical data and make judgments based on the proper interpretation of statistics.

  • Data analysts
  • Data Scientists
  • Graduate Engineer Trainee
  • Consulting and Accounting
  • Banking and Finance
  • Technology
  • IT analysts
  • Computer system analysts
  • Accountants and Auditors
  • Engineers

It is regarded as one of the most significant assessments since it allows you to swiftly analyze applicants’ numeracy abilities as well as their ability to use such skills in a range of settings, making it a valuable addition to your hiring tools.

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