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Free Numerical Reasoning Test

15 practice questions · Detailed explanations · SHL & Korn Ferry format

20 min
15 questions
Medium–Hard

What is a Numerical Reasoning Test?

A numerical reasoning test measures your ability to interpret and analyze numerical data (including tables, graphs, charts, and financial data) under strict time pressure. These tests are used by the world's top employers to screen candidates for graduate, professional, and management roles. The most common formats are SHL Verify Interactive, Korn Ferry Verify, and Aon/cut-e scales numerical.

Over 85% of Fortune 500 companies use numerical reasoning tests as part of their recruitment process. Employers like Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, Shell, and McKinsey use these tests to identify candidates who can work confidently with data. A strong score can set you apart from thousands of other applicants.

What Skills Does It Test?

Data interpretation from tables and charts
Percentage and ratio calculations
Currency and financial data analysis
Graph reading and trend identification
Mental arithmetic under time pressure

Sample Questions

Try these example questions to get a feel for the format. Click "Show Answer" to see the explanation.

1

A company's revenue in Q1 was €2.4M and grew by 15% in Q2. What was the Q2 revenue?

A.€2.64M
B.€2.76M
C.€2.80M
D.€2.70M
2

If 240 units were sold in January and sales fell by 12.5% in February, how many units were sold in February?

A.210
B.215
C.220
D.205
3

A product costs €85 to produce and is sold for €119. What is the profit margin (as a % of selling price)?

A.28.6%
B.40.0%
C.34.0%
D.29.4%

Expert Tips

1
Master the time pressure
SHL numerical tests give you roughly 75 seconds per question. Practice with a timer from day one. Speed and accuracy must both be high.
2
Always check the units
Many errors come from mixing up thousands vs. millions, or USD vs. EUR. Always read the table header carefully before calculating.
3
Use the answer options strategically
Estimate first. If your rough calculation eliminates 3 of 4 options, you can confirm with a precise calculation. This saves significant time.
4
Practice with real SHL-format tests
The format, difficulty, and timing of our free test mirrors real SHL Verify Interactive tests used by Deloitte, KPMG, and Shell.
5
Review every mistake
After each practice session, review every wrong answer. Understanding why you got it wrong is more valuable than doing 10 more questions.

Which Publishers Use This Test?

Our practice test is designed to mirror the format and difficulty of these major assessment publishers:

SHL Verify Interactive
Korn Ferry Verify
Aon/cut-e scales numerical
Talent Q Elements
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