The world's leading talent assessment company
SHL is the global leader in talent assessment, delivering 14 million+ assessments annually across 190 countries in 50 languages. Their Universal Competency Framework (UCF) underpins all assessments, ensuring valid, fair and legally defensible selection. Used by 75% of Fortune 500 companies, SHL's Verify Interactive platform represents the current state-of-the-art in adaptive cognitive testing.
Example questions in the style of this publisher's assessments.
A company's revenue grew from €2.4M to €3.1M. What is the percentage increase? (A) 22.6% (B) 25.8% (C) 29.2% (D) 31.4%
Calculate: (3.1 - 2.4) / 2.4 × 100 = 29.2%. Always check your calculation before selecting.
All managers are responsible for team performance. Some team leaders are managers. Therefore: (A) All team leaders are responsible for team performance (B) Some team leaders are responsible for team performance (C) No team leaders are responsible for team performance (D) Cannot say
The correct answer is (B). Only 'some' team leaders are managers, so only 'some' are responsible. Avoid over-generalizing.
What comes next in the sequence? ○ ◯ ● ◉ ○ ◯ ● ◉ ○ ◯ ?
Identify the repeating pattern (4-element cycle). The answer is ●. Always look for cycles, rotations, and size/color changes.
Practice under timed conditions. SHL Verify tests are strictly time-limited. Numerical: ~1 min/question, Verbal: ~1 min/question.
For numerical tests, practice reading data tables and charts quickly. You'll have a calculator. Use it efficiently.
For verbal tests, always base your answer on the passage only. 'Cannot Say' is correct when the passage doesn't confirm or deny the statement.
For inductive tests, look for 4 types of changes: size, color/shading, rotation, and number of elements.
The G+ (General Ability) test combines all three in 36 minutes. Practice switching between test types quickly.
SHL tests are taken online and proctored. Ensure a stable internet connection and a quiet environment.
Verify Interactive is SHL's adaptive cognitive testing platform. Tests adjust in difficulty based on your responses, providing a more accurate measurement of ability in less time. The interface is modern and includes interactive data visualizations.
SHL uses a percentile-based scoring system. Your raw score is compared against a norm group (e.g., 'Graduate' or 'Management' level). Cut-offs are set by the employer rather than by SHL and are rarely published; they vary by role and intake, so aim to score as high as you can within your norm group.
Most companies allow a 6-12 month waiting period before retaking. Some companies use different SHL test versions to prevent practice effects. Always check the specific employer's policy.
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