How to Pass Advanced Aptitude Tests

by Barrett, Jim

• ISBN13: 9780749461423
• ISBN10: 074946142X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-11-28
• Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd

Summary

the use of tests as part of job selection and assessment procedures has now become routine. most candidates can expect to face a battery of tests, including those which identify a person's aptitude for a particular job. how to pass advanced aptitude testsis aimed at those applying for positions of increased responsibility, where the selection procedures can be even more rigorous. it will familiarise you with the types of test you may face so that through practice you will improve your scores. this second edition now includes detailed explanations with every answer, to ensure that you learn and gain the most out of the practice tests. also featuring personality and career analysis and an occupational index and career agenda planner, how to pass advanced aptitude testsshows you which career path might be the right one for you, and assesses whether you are currently in the right job.

Author Biography

Jim Barrett is a psychologist and consultant with many years of experience advising organizations on their selection procedures and assessment systems. He is the co-author of Test Your Own Aptitude and author of How to Pass Advanced Aptitude Tests and Aptitude, Personality and Motivation Tests (all published by Kogan Page).

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Introduction: How to Succeed with Tests	p. 1
Aptitudes	p. 15
Introduction	p. 16
Visual Logic	p. 20
Answers to Test 1	p. 29
Explanations to Test 1	p. 29
Numerical Insight	p. 34
Answers to Test 2	p. 39
Explanations to Test 2	p. 39
Verbal Concepts	p. 41
Answers to Test 3	p. 46
Explanations to Test 3	p. 46
Form Recognition	p. 49
Answers to Test 4	p. 54
Extrapolation	p. 55
Answers to Test 5	p. 63
Explanations to Test 5	p. 63
Technical	p. 67
Answers to Test 6	p. 75
Explanations to Test 6	p. 75
Analytical	p. 79
Answers to Test 7	p. 87
Explanations to Test 7	p. 87
How to Interpret and Apply Your Aptitudes	p. 92
Personality	p. 102
Introduction	p. 103
Five Factor Personality Test (CODIT)	p. 105
How to Interpret and Use Your Personality	p. 111
Career Analysis	p. 132
Introduction	p. 133
Career Analysis Test (CAT)	p. 134
Directing Your Interests	p. 149
Occupational Index	p. 161
Career Agenda Planner	p. 167
Bibliography	p. 174
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