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Practice Recruitment Verbal and Logical Reasoning Test

Sharpen Reasoning Skills for Recruitment Tests

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Which word is the closest synonym of 'arduous'?
Effortless
Challenging
Trivial
Tedious
Arduous describes something that requires great effort or is difficult. 'Challenging' conveys the same notion of demanding effort. The other options imply ease or boredom, which contradicts the meaning.
What is the main conclusion of the argument? 'Since all employees who complete training improve their performance, and Maria completed training, she will improve her performance.'
Maria will improve her performance.
Training is unnecessary for performance improvement.
Performance and training are unrelated.
All employees who complete training improve their performance.
The conclusion combines the general premise with the specific instance. It asserts that because Maria completed training and all trained employees improve, she will improve. The other statements are either premises or unrelated.
Bird is to nest as bee is to:
Colony
Hive
Flower
Honey
A nest is the home of a bird, and a hive is the home of a bee. The analogy maps the relationship of a creature to its dwelling. The other options are related to bees but not their place of residence.
If you have 30 minutes to answer 30 questions, how many minutes should you spend on each question to evenly distribute your time?
0.5 minutes
1.5 minutes
1 minute
2 minutes
Dividing the total time by the number of questions gives 30 minutes ÷ 30 questions = 1 minute per question. This ensures an even distribution of time. The other values miscalculate this division.
If all managers are employees and some employees are part-time, which conclusion necessarily follows?
No part-time person is a manager.
All employees are managers.
Some managers are part-time.
All managers are employees.
The premise 'all managers are employees' directly yields the conclusion that every manager is an employee. No information allows asserting a relationship between managers and part-time status. The other options overreach beyond the given premises.
In the passage: 'Despite its small size, the start-up achieved rapid growth by focusing on niche markets and leveraging customer feedback to refine its products.' what can be inferred?
Product refinement had no impact.
Large companies outperform start-ups.
The start-up was unprofitable.
Niche markets and customer feedback fueled growth.
The passage explicitly links focus on niche markets and customer feedback to rapid growth. It implies these strategies drove success. Profitability and comparisons to large companies are not mentioned.
What assumption underlies this argument: 'The company should invest in leadership training because strong leadership reduces employee turnover and increases productivity.'?
Leadership training will produce strong leadership.
Employee turnover is already low.
Only leadership training can reduce turnover.
Training has no financial cost.
The argument depends on the assumption that leadership training actually leads to strong leadership. Without this link, the recommendation fails. The other statements are not required for the conclusion.
All developers are coders. Some coders are freelancers. Which statement must be true?
No coders are freelancers.
Some developers are freelancers.
Some freelancers are coders.
All freelancers are developers.
From 'some coders are freelancers', those individuals are indeed coders, so 'some freelancers are coders' is true. No direct link connects developers with freelancers. The other options misstate the relationships.
What is the next number in the sequence: 2, 4, 8, 16, ?
64
32
24
48
Each term doubles the previous one: 2×2=4, 4×2=8, 8×2=16, so the next is 16×2=32. The other options do not follow this consistent pattern.
3 is to 27 as 4 is to ?
64
32
81
16
3³ = 27 and 4³ = 64. The analogy is based on cubing the number. The other choices do not represent 4 raised to the third power.
Based on a hiring formula that weights experience (years) 50% and aptitude score out of 100 50%, which candidate ranks higher? Candidate A: 5 years and aptitude 80; Candidate B: 3 years and aptitude 90.
Not enough information.
They tie.
Candidate B
Candidate A
Candidate A's score: 0.5×5 + 0.5×80 = 2.5 + 40 = 42.5. Candidate B's score: 0.5×3 + 0.5×90 = 1.5 + 45 = 46.5. Candidate B has the higher combined score.
Which option best strengthens this argument? 'Implementing flexible hours will improve morale because employees feel trusted.'
Flexible hours increase overhead costs.
Trust has no impact on morale.
Employees already have high morale.
Studies show companies with flexible hours report higher morale.
Evidence that flexible hours correlate with higher morale directly supports the argument. The other statements either contradict the premise or are irrelevant to the trust-morale link.
Which option weakens the claim: 'Regular breaks decrease burnout among staff.'?
Burnout is unrelated to work habits.
Short breaks increase alertness.
Breaks improve overall productivity.
Staff taking regular breaks still report high burnout rates.
If staff who take breaks continue to experience burnout, the claim that breaks decrease burnout is undermined. The other statements either support breaks or diverge from the relationship.
Identify the logical fallacy: 'If we allow remote work, soon no one will collaborate in person and the company will collapse.'
Slippery slope
Straw man
Begging the question
Ad hominem
This argument assumes without evidence that one change will lead to extreme negative outcomes. That is the slippery slope fallacy. The other fallacies do not involve projecting dire consequences from a single action.
In a row of four chairs facing you, B sits to the immediate right of C. A sits at the left end. D sits to the right of B. Who sits in the second chair from the left?
B
A
C
D
Positions left to right are A, C, B, D. B being right of C and D to the right of B places C in the second slot. A occupies the leftmost position and D the rightmost.
Based on the passage: 'The company flattened its hierarchy to speed decision-making, which gave managers broader responsibilities and allowed employees more autonomy.' Which is most likely?
Hierarchy became more complex.
Employees have less authority than before.
Managers oversee a wider range of tasks.
Decision-making slowed down.
Flattening hierarchy implies fewer levels of management, so managers cover more duties. It also grants employees more autonomy, so they are not restricted. The other options contradict the passage.
If P→Q, Q∨R, and ¬R are all true, which statement must be true?
R is true.
Q is true.
P is true.
P or R is false.
From Q∨R and ¬R, Q must hold. The conditional P→Q does not force P to be true or false. Only Q is strictly derived under these conditions.
Complete the analogy: abate is to intensify as placate is to ____.
Provoke
Soothe
Aggravate
Reconcile
'Abate' means to lessen, opposite of 'intensify.' 'Placate' means to calm or appease, opposite of 'aggravate.' The other terms do not represent a direct antonym of placate.
Five candidates P, Q, R, S, and T are being considered for three positions. Conditions: if Q is hired then P must be hired; R and S cannot both be hired; if P is hired then T is not. Which set of hires is possible?
P, S, T
P, R, T
P, Q, R
Q, R, S
Q implies P, so any set with Q must include P. P excludes T, so P and T cannot both appear. R and S cannot both be hired. P,Q,R meets all conditions. The other sets violate one or more rules.
Which number completes the series: 2, 4, 12, 48, ?
192
144
240
96
Each term is multiplied by an increasing integer: 2×2=4, 4×3=12, 12×4=48, so next is 48×5=240. The other numbers do not follow this multiplication pattern.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse complex verbal passages to infer meaning
  2. Evaluate logical arguments for validity and soundness
  3. Apply critical thinking to recruitment-based scenarios
  4. Master strategies for time-efficient question solving
  5. Identify patterns and relationships in reasoning problems

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Rules of Inference - Want to determine if arguments really hold water? Learn how modus ponens and modus tollens let you draw correct conclusions with a simple setup. These rules are the backbone of logical reasoning and will supercharge your analytical skills. Learn more about rules of inference
  2. Create Argument Maps - Hard-to-follow debates, meet their match: argument maps! Sketch out premises and conclusions visually to see exactly how each claim connects. This visual toolkit turns complex ideas into a clear flowchart of logic. Explore argument mapping
  3. Speed-Read with Purpose - Skimming isn't just for missing pages on the subway; it's a powerful tactic for catching main ideas fast. Hunt down keywords and scan topic sentences to build a quick mental overview. Practice this to breeze through passages and zero in on answers. GMAT verbal strategies
  4. Build Your Word Arsenal - A rich vocabulary is your secret weapon for understanding tricky passages and crafting sharp arguments. Combine daily word practice with grammar tips to decode even the densest texts. Watch your comprehension take flight! GRE verbal tips at Magoosh
  5. Spot and Dodge Fallacies - Don't let slippery logic pull the wool over your eyes! Learn to recognize common traps like ad hominem or false dilemmas, then learn strategies to sidestep them. Strengthen your critical thinking by calling out shaky arguments on the spot. Tackle tough reasoning on LinkedIn
  6. Manage Your Time Wisely - Racing against the clock? Break your test into chunks and set mini-deadlines for each section. A bit of planning prevents you from rushing (or getting stuck), so you can keep a cool head and steady pace. Verbal test prep guide
  7. Practice Active Reading - Summarize each paragraph in your own words to lock in understanding and memory. Asking questions like "What's the point here?" keeps your brain engaged and alert. Soon you'll retain details like a sponge. GMAT reading hacks
  8. Familiarize Question Types - From inference questions to fill-in-the-blanks, knowing the format ahead of time is half the battle. Drill each style until they feel like old friends, then tackle them with confidence. This pre-game prep turns surprises into no-problem zones! UCAT verbal strategies
  9. Interpret Key Indicators - Little words like "all," "some," or "unless" can flip an argument on its head if you miss them. Practice spotting these logical signposts to avoid misreading statements. With a keen eye, you'll catch every subtle twist. LinkedIn logic tips
  10. Simulate Test Conditions - Set a timer and run full-length practice tests to build endurance and zap test nerves. Facing the clock again and again makes the real test feel like just another practice day. You'll walk in calm, collected, and ready to ace it! Verbal reasoning strategies
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