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More specifically, you need to complete a general reasoning exercise.  \nMost organisations only invite a shortlisted candidate to the assessment testing stage, so congratulations on making it this far!  \nWhat does this booklet cover?  \nThis booklet has been carefully designed to support your preparation for a general ability assessment covering areas of verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning. Whether you’ve taken similar tests before or this is your first time, our goal is to provide you with a broad understanding of what to expect and some practical tips to help you get ready.  \nWe know that assessment tests can sometimes feel daunting, but with the right preparation, you can approach the challenge with confidence. This guide will cover the key areas you’re likely to encounter, as well as test-taking strategies and advice on how to stay focused under pressure.  \nNot an exhaustive summary of all reasoning tests  \nThis is not an exhaustive summary of all the types of test questions you may encounter during your assessment, but it should provide a helpful overview of the most common ones. Assessments often vary in format and focus depending on the organisation and the role you’re applying for.  \nWhile this guide highlights the key areas of verbal, numerical, and abstract thinking, you may also be asked to tackle other forms of problem-solving or critical thinking exercises. These assessments are not covered here.  \nGetting test-wise  \nThis booklet is not designed to coach you on how to ‘beat’ a general ability assessment but to give you practical experience to build test confidence and know-how. In other words, help to get you test-wise. Our aim is to help you become familiar with the format and types of questions you may encounter so you can approach the assessment with a calm and prepared mindset.  \nBy focusing on skill development and understanding rather than shortcuts or tricks, it also means you’ll be better equipped to showcase your true abilities and genuine potential.  \nTake a deep breath and let’s get started!  \n© Podium Systems Limited [www.podium365.com](www.podium365.com)  \n Podium 3  \nBEFORE STARTING  \n(a general reasoning assessment)  \nUnderstand the assessment format  \n• Before starting an assessment, check the number of questions and time limit.  \n• Traditional reasoning tests tend to present blocks of questions that are similar (i.e., 20 verbal questions, then 20 numerical questions) . 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