01 · 35 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES
Basic Math
Checks everyday arithmetic, percentages and quick mental calculation.
- Arithmetic
- Fractions & percentages
- Working with quantities
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A CLEARER VIEW OF THEIR SKILLS
More than one score.
Basic Math82%
Error Checking (Foundation)74%
Microsoft Excel68%
English Spelling64%
Compare strengths. Explore the detail. Ask better questions.
Illustrative results · Fictional candidate
WHAT THE ASSESSMENT EXPLORES
A clearer view of reasoning and workplace skills.
The Business Apprentice template combines Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling. Review the selection against the work your vacancy involves.
4tests40minutes116questions in total
02 · 28 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES
Error Checking (Foundation)
Shows whether candidates spot mistakes in detailed information under time pressure.
- Comparing records
- Spotting discrepancies
- Accuracy with information
03 · 18 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES
Microsoft Excel
Checks the spreadsheet work the job actually needs, from formulas and lookups to clean analysis.
- Formulas & functions
- Working with data
- Tables & charts
04 · 35 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES
English Spelling
Checks spelling accuracy where a visible mistake costs credibility.
- Spelling accuracy
- Recognising errors
- Written vocabulary
A COMPLETE SKILLS PICTURE
One assessment. Different strengths.
Explore reasoning, learning and working with others.
You receive a result for each included test: Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling. Compare the relevant areas separately and use a follow-up task based on preparing a project update from a short brief.
Keep the recommended selection or adjust it before inviting candidates.
A MULTILINGUAL TEST SUITE
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 across our wider suite. Availability varies by test and level; check each test when preparing your assessment.
TRY AN EXAMPLE QUESTION
Try an example question.
A short Basic Math question, set around preparing a project update from a short brief. It shows the kind of thinking the Business Apprentice assessment measures.
Business Apprentice: preparing a project update from a short briefWorkplace example
Four shifts recorded 15, 17, 19 and 21 meeting actions.
| Shift 1 | Shift 2 | Shift 3 | Shift 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 17 | 19 | 21 |
A PRACTICAL GUIDE
Using the Business Apprentice assessment.
What does the full assessment tell you?
This template combines multiple-choice questions in Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling. It brings together evidence about reasoning, learning and working with others, giving you areas to explore when preparing a project update from a short brief.
How can you use the results?
Review each result against your vacancy’s responsibilities. Use a short task based on preparing a project update from a short brief to explore practical application. Ask them to explain their reasoning, identify missing information and describe their next step.
Which results matter for your vacancy?
- Basic MathDiscuss calculations involving quantities, fractions or percentages.
- Error Checking (Foundation)Check matching identifiers, amounts and dates before records are shared.
- Microsoft ExcelDiscuss formulas, cell references and checks in a small spreadsheet.
- English SpellingExplore accuracy in written messages and documents.
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 questions, answered.
Can I tailor this assessment to my Business Apprentice vacancy?
Yes. Start with Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling, then keep the tests that match your responsibilities. For example, use Basic Math to explore arithmetic. You can add or remove tests before inviting candidates.
Does this assess practical Business Apprentice work?
Candidates answer multiple-choice questions in Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling online. They do not complete your day-to-day work inside your own systems. Add a short work sample based on preparing a project update from a short brief to explore application alongside the test results.
Why is Basic Math included?
Checks everyday arithmetic, percentages and quick mental calculation. Discuss calculations involving quantities, fractions or percentages. Review whether this area reflects the responsibilities of your vacancy before retaining it.
How long does this Business Apprentice assessment take?
The recommended selection contains 4 tests and allows 40 minutes across its timed tests. Adding or removing tests, or adjusting time allowances, can change the total.
Will I see a separate result for each test?
Yes. Review Basic Math, Error Checking (Foundation), Microsoft Excel, English Spelling separately so a strength in one area does not hide a gap in another. Use the detail to focus interviews and relevant work samples. View the sample report.
Can I try this assessment with real candidates for free?
After signup, your Business Apprentice selection is prepared for review. Adjust it, invite candidates and see your first 5 candidate results free. No credit card is required. See pricing for further results.
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