Cognitive Aptitude Test

1. I avoid rushing through the final step of a calculation, where many people make small errors.

2. I can determine whether a conclusion logically follows from the given information without adding assumptions.

3. I rarely need to re-check my work because I tend to get the right answer the first time.

4. When numbers are presented in word problems, I can translate them into the correct calculations.

5. I can accurately interpret “less than” vs “greater than” and similar comparison language in problems.

6. I can accurately apply order of operations (e.g., parentheses before multiplication) without slipping.

7. I can work efficiently through a variety of question types without getting stuck on one format.

8. I can accurately identify the next item in a pattern even when the rule is not obvious at first.

9. I can accurately identify whether a claim is supported, weakened, or unrelated to the provided information.

10. I can compute ratios or rates (e.g., cost per item, miles per hour) accurately.

11. I can accurately compare fractions, decimals, and percentages (e.g., 0.4 vs 35% vs 3/8).

12. When solving logic problems, I rarely overlook a key condition or constraint.

13. I can solve problems that require combining verbal and numerical information.

14. I can accurately compute a final total when several items include tax, discounts, or fees.

15. I can quickly find the main idea of a paragraph and ignore irrelevant details.

16. I keep track of negative signs and subtraction accurately in multi-step problems.

17. Across logic, verbal, quantitative, and attention-to-detail tasks, I perform consistently well.

18. When I review my completed answers, I often find and fix minor errors before submitting.

19. I usually solve logic puzzles accurately, even when the wording is complex.

20. I can consistently apply the same rule across multiple items in a sequence without slipping.

21. When two statements appear similar, I accurately notice the subtle difference that affects the conclusion.

22. I stay accurate when converting units (e.g., minutes to hours, dollars to cents, meters to centimeters).

23. When multiple answer choices seem plausible, I can reliably eliminate the incorrect ones using evidence from the prompt.

24. I can follow a set of calculation rules (e.g., apply a formula) without skipping steps or applying it to the wrong value.

25. When reasoning problems require combining information from multiple sentences, I do so accurately.

26. I can keep track of multiple conditions or rules in a reasoning problem.

27. I stay accurate under time pressure on reasoning questions.

28. I can accurately evaluate whether an argument uses evidence that truly supports its claim.

29. I can maintain accuracy when a problem includes multiple similar values (e.g., 1.06, 1.60, 1.06) without mixing them up.

30. I can quickly identify the rule in a new pattern or sequence problem.

31. I can notice when a solution path is not working and switch strategies effectively.

32. When I am unsure, I avoid guessing and instead re-check the reasoning steps to increase accuracy.

33. I notice when a numeric result is unreasonable (e.g., a total that seems too large/small) and re-check it.

34. I can accurately detect contradictions within a set of statements.

35. I can spot inconsistencies in totals (e.g., row sums not matching a stated grand total).

36. I can learn a new rule from an example and apply it correctly to new questions.

37. I can identify which information in a problem is relevant and which is distracting.

38. I can accurately check whether two computed results are equivalent (e.g., simplified fractions or rewritten expressions).

39. I can interpret tables, charts, or simple data summaries without getting confused.

40. In verbal reasoning questions, I consistently distinguish what is stated from what is implied.

41. I rarely make errors due to overlooking exceptions (e.g., 'all except', 'none of the following').

42. I can do basic arithmetic accurately under time pressure.

43. I can estimate quantities or answers and check whether a result is reasonable.

44. I can infer the next item in a sequence even when the pattern is subtle.

45. I can compare information from two sources and reconcile differences accurately.

46. I can keep track of several logical steps without losing accuracy.

47. When reading word problems, I identify the needed numbers and operations without missing details.

48. I can spot small differences or errors (e.g., typos, mismatched details) without much effort.

49. I can follow multi-step instructions accurately without missing a step.

50. I can recognize common reasoning fallacies (e.g., confusing correlation with causation).

51. I often catch errors in tables or spreadsheets that others miss (e.g., a value in the wrong row/column).

52. I can keep my accuracy high even when I need to work quickly.

53. I rarely misread a word (e.g., 'only', 'unless', 'most') in reasoning questions.

54. When scanning for differences between two strings (e.g., invoice codes or ID numbers), I can reliably find the mismatch.

55. I am accurate when working with averages/means and do not forget to divide by the correct count.

56. I can maintain concentration on repetitive tasks without making careless mistakes.

57. I remain accurate on timed quantitative tasks, not just when I can work slowly.

58. When copying or transcribing numbers, I rarely swap digits or omit a digit.

59. I can accurately add, subtract, multiply, or divide with decimals (e.g., 12.5 × 0.8) without mistakes.

60. I rarely change an answer from correct to incorrect due to second-guessing without evidence.

61. When working with percentages (e.g., discounts or growth rates), I can compute them accurately without confusion.

62. When solving multi-step arithmetic problems, I rarely make small calculation mistakes (e.g., sign errors, misplacing decimals).

63. When estimating to check an answer, my estimate is close enough to catch major miscalculations.

64. I keep my work organized (e.g., lining up numbers, labeling steps) in a way that prevents avoidable errors.

65. In syllogism-style questions, I carefully check validity rather than relying on what 'sounds right.'

66. I carefully read instructions on quantitative items and do not overlook constraints (e.g., “round to nearest whole number”).

67. I accurately interpret small details in charts/graphs (e.g., reading the correct axis or legend).

68. I stay accurate even when the reasoning problem includes extra, irrelevant information.

69. I am good at mentally rotating or visualizing shapes and spatial relationships.

70. I can accurately compare two similar-looking numbers (e.g., 18,706 vs 18,760) without mixing digits.

71. I can accurately translate a written argument into its logical structure (premises and conclusion).

72. In pattern recognition tasks, I check for more than one possible rule before choosing an answer.

73. I double-check my work on numerical tasks even when I feel confident about the first answer.

74. I maintain accuracy when interpreting comparative language (e.g., 'more than', 'at least', 'no fewer than').

75. I often catch my own reasoning mistakes before finalizing an answer.

76. I accurately identify the main point of a short passage without being distracted by details.

77. I can detect when an argument contains an assumption or a logical gap.

78. When reading a short passage, I can reliably draw the correct conclusion from it.

79. I can recognize analogies and relationships between concepts (e.g., A is to B as C is to D).

80. I can accurately recall short pieces of information (e.g., constraints, definitions) while solving a problem.