Psychometric Tests For Dummies
1. Auflage April 2008
288 Seiten, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
ISBN:
978-0-470-75366-8
John Wiley & Sons
Taking a psychometric test? Don't panic! This comprehensive guide walks you through numerical, verbal, abstract, technical ability, and personality assessment tests, showing you what to expect and how to prepare. Packed with over 1,000 practice questions and answers, alongside expert tips on staying calm and improving your performance, with this book you can feel confident on the day and stay one step ahead of the other candidates.
Introduction
About This Book
Conventions Used in This Book
Foolish Assumptions
How This Book Is Organised
Icons Used in This Book
Where to Go from Here
Part I: Testing Basics
Chapter 1: Understanding Psychometric Tests
Chapter 2: Setting Your Mind at Rest About Psychometric Tests
Chapter 3: Preparing For a Psychometric Test
Chapter 4: Dealing with Feedback
Part II: Finding Out About Different Types of Tests
Chapter 5: Finding the Right Words: Verbal Ability Tests
Chapter 6: Doing Your Sums: Numerical Ability Tests
Chapter 7: Getting all Creative: Abstract Ability Tests
Chapter 8: Saying It Without Words: Technical Ability Tests
Chapter 9: Seeing the Real You: Personality Tests
Part III: Getting Some Practise In Sample Tests
Chapter 10: Verbal Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 11: Numerical Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 12: Abstract Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 13: Technical Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 14: Personality Assessment Sample Tests
Part IV: The Part of Tens
Chapter 15: Ten Things to Remember for the Test Session
Chapter 16: Ten Calming Thoughts to Keep in Mind
Index
About This Book
Conventions Used in This Book
Foolish Assumptions
How This Book Is Organised
Icons Used in This Book
Where to Go from Here
Part I: Testing Basics
Chapter 1: Understanding Psychometric Tests
Chapter 2: Setting Your Mind at Rest About Psychometric Tests
Chapter 3: Preparing For a Psychometric Test
Chapter 4: Dealing with Feedback
Part II: Finding Out About Different Types of Tests
Chapter 5: Finding the Right Words: Verbal Ability Tests
Chapter 6: Doing Your Sums: Numerical Ability Tests
Chapter 7: Getting all Creative: Abstract Ability Tests
Chapter 8: Saying It Without Words: Technical Ability Tests
Chapter 9: Seeing the Real You: Personality Tests
Part III: Getting Some Practise In Sample Tests
Chapter 10: Verbal Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 11: Numerical Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 12: Abstract Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 13: Technical Ability Sample Tests
Chapter 14: Personality Assessment Sample Tests
Part IV: The Part of Tens
Chapter 15: Ten Things to Remember for the Test Session
Chapter 16: Ten Calming Thoughts to Keep in Mind
Index
Liam Healy is a leading occupational psychologist who publishes psychometric tests for major organisations worldwide.
