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Reading comprehension
Explore candidates’ understanding.
See who understands what the words really mean.
A verbal reasoning test for roles where reading carefully matters. Compare how candidates understand a passage and decide whether a statement follows from it.
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Alex MorganVerbal Reasoning results
CompletedUNDERSTANDING WRITTEN INFORMATION
A clearer picture.
10 of 12 questions correct
83%
Understanding the passage4 / 4
Drawing conclusions3 / 4
Evaluating statements3 / 4
Illustrative skill breakdown.
A clearer starting point for your interview.
A clearer starting point for your interview.
WHAT THE TEST EXPLORES
A clearer view of verbal reasoning.
Focus on the areas that matter for the work your candidates will do.
12questions10minutesMultiple choicequestion format
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Evaluating statements
Compare knowledge through consistent questions.
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Drawing conclusions
Identify an area to explore in the interview.
A RANGE OF DIFFICULTY
One test. Different abilities.
From straightforward questions to more challenging problems.
Our Verbal Reasoning test combines questions of different difficulty, helping you compare candidates across a range of abilities.
Foundation12 questions · 10 minutesIntermediate12 questions · 10 minutesAdvanced15 questions · 10 minutes
Choose foundation for the basics, intermediate for a broader ability range, or advanced when the role needs more demanding reasoning.
TESTS IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
English, plus 13 languages.
Assess candidates in the language they work in.
- English
- Chinese (simplified)
- Japanese
- Korean
- Thai
- Vietnamese
- Indonesian
- French
- German
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Italian
- Dutch
- Arabic
Languages available across our test suite. Options vary by test and level.
TRY AN EXAMPLE QUESTION
Try a Verbal Reasoning question.
Our Verbal Reasoning questions explore candidates’ understanding through a consistent format. Try an example to see the kind of information they work with.
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READ THE PASSAGE
The customer support team introduced a new booking system in March. By June, average waiting times had fallen by 20%. Customer satisfaction was not measured during this period.
A PRACTICAL GUIDE
Using Verbal Reasoning in recruitment.
What does the Verbal Reasoning test assess?
Verbal reasoning tests explore reading comprehension, evaluating statements and drawing conclusions from written information. Choose this test for work that involves following instructions or distinguishing evidence from assumptions.
How can you use the Verbal Reasoning results?
Ask candidates to explain which words support their answer and what remains uncertain. Use the result alongside relevant experience and other assessment evidence. It does not measure speaking, writing quality or subject knowledge on its own.
Where is verbal reasoning useful?
- AdministrationReading instructions and drawing supported conclusions.
- Customer-facing rolesUnderstanding the detail in written information.
- Analytical rolesDistinguishing evidence from assumptions in a passage.
Choosing tests for your vacancy
Choose Verbal Reasoning to assess understanding of written evidence. Add Communication when you also need to explore judgement in workplace conversations. For office roles, start from the Administrative Assistant selection and keep only tests relevant to the vacancy.
SEE THE RESULTS FOR YOURSELF
See the person behind the score.
Explore a complete sample report, from test results and candidate comparisons to focused interview questions.
BEFORE YOU START
Your Verbal Reasoning questions, answered.
What does the Verbal Reasoning test help me assess?
It explores reading comprehension, evaluating statements, drawing conclusions. Use the results to compare candidates on the same questions and identify topics to explore further.
Which Verbal Reasoning topics should matter for my role?
Start with the work the person will do. This page covers reading comprehension, evaluating statements, drawing conclusions. Decide which of those areas matter for your role before reviewing results, and explore any specialist requirements separately.
Can I combine Verbal Reasoning with other tests?
Yes. Add Verbal Reasoning alongside other relevant tests in one assessment. Choose the combination for your role and review the total time before inviting candidates.
Can I assess real candidates for free?
Yes. Create your account, build an assessment and invite candidates. Your first 5 candidate results are free. No credit card is required.
What happens after my free results?
You pay per candidate result you unlock, rather than per test. There is no subscription or annual commitment. Check the pricing page for current rates.
How should I use the Verbal Reasoning results?
Compare results against the knowledge or ability your role needs. Use them to focus interviews and practical tasks, alongside relevant experience. A test score should not decide who you hire on its own.