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Numerical reasoning test
The fast and easy way to test candidates' numerical reasoning ability. Fair and accurate online assessments for every role.
15 mins
15 questions
Fair and inclusive
Powering hiring decisions at Lenovo, EDF and more
Predict job performance in data-driven roles
Our Insights™ Numerical Reasoning Test makes it easy to evaluate candidates' numerical aptitude and their ability to interpret numbers, fractions, percentages, patterns, and data in various formats.
The assessment presents candidates with various numerical scenarios including graphs, charts, tables, and statistical data. They must analyse this information and answer questions that test their ability to draw logical conclusions and make accurate calculations.
BENEFITS
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Proven measure of numerical ability - Fair and accessible by design
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Advanced authenticity detection -
Positive candidate experience
PERFECT FOR THESE ROLES
- Accountancy and finance roles
- Analyst and data-focused roles
- Graduate, apprentice and early talent
- Operations, commercial, and business management roles
- Roles involving budgeting, forecasting, or KPIs
How we know this assessment works
This numerical reasoning assessment is designed to assess how candidates interpret, analyse, and reason with numerical data, and is built on robust assessment science that ensures accuracy and fairness behind the scenes.
Consistent results you can trust
Produces consistent numerical reasoning scores, giving confidence in shortlisting and pass/fail decisions.
Reliability coefficient: α = .87, exceeding accepted psychometric standards.
Proven to measure numerical ability
Strong relationship with established cognitive measures, confirming the test measures genuine numerical ability.
Correlation with composite cognitive measures: r = .63.
Fair and robust by design
Tested across multiple norm groups to ensure fair and consistent outcomes across different backgrounds.
Built using established psychometric methods for high-volume hiring.
Suitable for all roles and levels
Strong performance indicates an ability to make accurate, evidence-based decisions using numerical information, making it particularly predictive in finance, analytics, operations, and commercially focused roles.
Measures how well candidates work with numbers to compare values, understand relationships, and solve quantitative problems under time pressure, without relying on job-specific knowledge.
Questions are weighted by difficulty, meaning performance on harder questions contributes more to the final score than performance on easier ones. The test adapts as candidates progress, so ability can be measured more precisely and efficiently.
All our assessments have robust evidence to prove they do not adversely affect protected groups. Our test development process includes trialling our questions on tens of thousands of participants from mixed backgrounds, and our research shows 'Cohens d' effect sizes better than industry best-practice.
Sample reports and questions
Review real sample reports and try example questions to see exactly how the assessment works in practice — from the candidate experience through to the hiring insights.
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Numerical Reasoning FAQs
A numerical test is perfect for any roles where the employee is required to make decisions based on numerical data. These may include roles such as financial analysts, data scientists, engineers, and positions involving data analysis or budget management.
Numerical tests assess skills including basic arithmetic, percentages, ratios, data interpretation, and problem-solving with numerical information. These tests gauge a candidate's ability to work with numbers, analyse numerical data, and make decisions based on quantitative information.
Numerical tests in the hiring process assess candidates' quantitative skills, predict job performance, and ensure objectivity, saving time and resources while enhancing the quality of hires and reducing potential risks.
Our tests use adaptive test technology which allows our numerical test to be suitable for all levels (from school leavers to senior executives). The difficulty level of the question asked will depend upon the performance of the candidate, allowing maximum precision in assessing their ability in the minimum amount of time.
You receive clear, detailed reports on each candidate’s performance, including scores, benchmarks, and summaries. Reports are available instantly in the platform or sent directly to your ATS once the test is completed.
No. You can invite as many candidates as you need to each test. This makes using numerical tests in your application process easy for both small hiring campaigns and high-volume recruitment.
