Understanding What Psychometric Tests Measure

Psychometric tests come in a variety of different forms, and they have a variety of purposes. Different psychometric tests are designed to measure the following:

• Verbal ability: Spelling, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking.

• Numerical ability: Basic numerical ability and higher-level numerical reasoning.

• Abstract reasoning ability: Creative and strategic thinking.

• Technical ability: Mechanical ability, spatial ability, and detail/accuracy tests.

• Personality: How you prefer to behave.