Psychometric Tests For Dummies

Healy, Liam

1. Edition April 2008
288 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd

ISBN: 978-0-470-75366-8

John Wiley & Sons

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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

Liam Healy is a leading occupational psychologist who publishes psychometric tests for major organisations worldwide.