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What Is an Abstract Reasoning Test? - 8 matrices tests
Abstract reasoning tests, also known as conceptual reasoning, are non-verbal in nature and - 3 analogies tests
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consist of questions including shapes and images. They are widely used as part of pre- - 3 other styles tests
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The exam measures your lateral thinking and fluid intelligence with the sole purpose of
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determining how quickly you can identify patterns, logical rules and data trends.

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thinking strategically about problems and analysing new information.

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How to Improve Your Abstract Reasoning Results

Improving your abstract reasoning results can prove difficult if you do not know where to
begin. Thus, when given a new question, remember that the first step is identifying the
question type.

To do this, you must pay close attention to the patterns and colours within the image. For
example, what are the differences or similarities?

Once you feel confident in knowing the question types, your mental ability of breaking down
each puzzle will greatly improve, allowing you to score higher on your test.

Look at the solving method breakdown in the image below to further help you formulate your
answer:

What to Focus On?

The first thing to understand is that not all abstract tests are equal in regard to difficulty
levels. However, while different style tests will vary in difficulty, test questions within the
same test will be comparable in difficulty.

There are three primary ways in which a test can differ. Some tests demand the use of more
logical rules in order to successfully define shapes. Other tests use fewer, more complex
rules. Lastly, some tests give you more time and less time to answer each question .
Generally, test which employ more than three rules give test takers under 30 seconds, while
test with under three rules usually give up to 45 seconds per question.

Abstract Example Questions

There are many different types of abstract questions, however, most are similar to the
common core.

Below we have grouped together 4 most frequently used question types to help you
distinguish and answer them quickly.

1 Matrices
 Matrices are a group of separate images that follow a particular pattern. Your task is to
understand the pattern and cypher which image should appear next. Below is an example:

Answer Explanation

The correct answer is

In each row two shapes are united to create the third with the exception of the outline of
the outermost shape which remains constant (the square in the first row, circle in the
second row and diamond in the third row). In the first row, the united figure is on the left;
in the second figure it is on the right and in the bottom row it should be in the centre.
Therefore, the missing figure should have a diamond outline and have only a black dot in
the centre so when combined with the figure on the left will create the figure in the
centre.

2 Next in Series
Here you are presented with several images in a row. It is your job to comprehend the pattern
and find the missing image.

Note: The missing image will not necessarily be at the end of the row. Frequently it
can be found in the middle of the line.

Answer Explanation

The correct answer is

There are two characteristics in this question: the number of chords (lines) drawn, and
shading. First, look at the chords. In each frame, an additional chord is drawn from one
corner (vertex) of the pentagon to another corner directly across from it. If you label
each corner of the pentagon with a number, it is easier to see.

The first chord is drawn from vertex one (to vertex three).

The next chord is drawn from vertex two (to vertex four).

The next from vertex three (to vertex five).

The final one is drawn from vertex four (to vertex one).

Therefore, the missing shape is the one with the chord drawn from vertex five, creating
the star shape inside the pentagon.

This eliminates answer choices one and four as they do not contain the star shape. Next,
look at the shading in the shape. Each time a new chord is drawn, it reduces the amount
of grey shading. The shading always lies on the inside of the chord boundaries. When
drawing the final chord from vertex five, the remaining space inside that chord is just in
the centre of the star. Therefore, it can only be answer choice two.

3 Odd One Out

Unlike matrices and next in the series, odd one out questions do not follow a particular
pattern. Rather you must determine which shape is different from the rest in the series.
Below is an example:

Choose the figure that does not share a common pattern with the other four:

Answer Explanation

The correct answer is

Every shape in the sequence, aside from this one, is symmetrical on a vertical axis, while
the parallelogram is symmetrical on a diagonal axis. 

4 Analogies
In this series of questions, you are presented with two pairs of images. One pair will be
complete, the second incomplete. While the two pairs are similar in pattern, there will be
differences.

So, you will have to identify what is similar in the first set and organically implement it to
second set of shapes.

Answer Explanation

The correct answer is

The relationship between figure X and figure Y is as follows:  

 
Figure Y represents figure X with: 
1 The dotted section becoming white, and 
2 The white section becoming shaded  
 
The correct answer must have the same relationship with figure Z.  
 
Answer 2 can be eliminated as the blank section remains blank, and the dotted section
becomes shaded instead of becoming blank. 
Answer 3 can be eliminated as the dotted section remains dotted. 
Answer 4 can be eliminated as the blank section becomes dotted instead of becoming
shaded, and the dotted section becomes shaded instead of becoming blank. 
Answer 5 can be eliminated as the blank section becomes dotted instead of shaded.  
 
We are left with answer 1, which is the correct answer, as it portrays figure Z while the
blank section becomes shaded and the dotted section becomes blank.

Abstract Reasoning Test Tips

Oftentimes when given a new abstract question, candidates become overwhelmed with the
sequence of pictures. With the right information however, you can build your confidence and
answer correctly.

The first step is to take into account the shapes, colour, location, direction, rotation,
movement and order of each image.

If you are having difficulty solving the question, try beginning at the end of the sequence.
Next, use the information you have learned from the sample questions.

Remember:

1 Matrices include a group of figures in a single panel. Each panel follows a certain rule or
pattern. You will determine what this pattern is and choice the answer that fits best.

2 Next in the Series are questions that have a row of images that follow a pattern. Identify
the pattern to determine the next in the sequence.

3 Odd one Out present you with several images in an order that follow a particular pattern.
Find the images that do not fit the pattern.

4 Analogies begin with two pairs of shapes that share a relationship. Your task is to find the
locate the relationship and implement it into the one of the given answers.

Hopefully now, you will feel more familiar with the common question types. If you still are
having trouble visualising the questions, reread the sample questions show above.

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