Find out who your test provider will be -
As soon as you find out you’re going to sit a verbal reasoning test, ask to see a sample of the questions. That’s because all verbal reasoning tests aren’t the same.
Read and re-read each piece of text -
Verbal reasoning test passages are deliberately written in the complex and sometimes convoluted language. Small assumptions can catch you out.
Don’t make assumptions -
Don’t allow general knowledge or real-life experiences to prove or disprove a statement. You must take the information you’re presented literally.
Manage your time -
Note how long the assessment will last and how many questions you need to answer within that time. Then calculate how much time you can devote to each question and stick to it.
Hone your analytical skills -
Brush up on your ability to absorb information and pinpoint key themes by reading business articles. Pick out the key points and arguments and identify how the author supports them.
Improve your English as a second language -
If English is your second language then it stands to reason that you may well find verbal reasoning tests harder. Practice is even more important for you – as is reading articles in English newspapers.
Practice in the right format -
If you’re going to take your real verbal reasoning test online, then make sure you complete your practice tests online. Reading on-screen can take longer than on paper and it’s important to get used to this.
Learn from your mistakes -
When practicing questions, always invest time reviewing the questions you get wrong. You’ll learn more from these than from the questions you get right.
Get a good night’s sleep -
It’s a fact that less sleep lowers mental agility. So give yourself a head start in the most simple and obvious way and get a good night's rest.
Practice -
Practising increases your confidence, lowers stress levels, allows you to learn from your mistakes, and helps you answer each question faster.
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