Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test

A Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test is a test designed to measure your non-verbal, abstract and cognitive functioning. In the test, a candidate is presented with a matrix of 3x3 geometric designs, with one piece missing. The candidates' job is to choose the right diagram, from a set of eight answers, that completes a pattern in the matrix that you have to figure out. The questions and answers are all completely non-verbal.

The Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test was developed in the 1930’s by J.C. Raven to research how genetic aspects and environmental aspects influence intelligence. The Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test is designed to have no cultural or ethnic bias, so it should measure only the genetic component of intelligence without the influence of environment. Today the test is widely used as a pre-employment assessment tool.

Raven’s Progressive Matrices example question.

The correct answer to the example question above is option G. The following patterns can be found to solve the question:

Rule 1: From left to right, the triangle moves along a vertical line, one place each time. This pattern starts again in the next row.

Rule 2: From left to right, the hexagon moves in a clockwise direction, one place each time. This pattern starts again in the next row.

Rule 3: The rhombus moves two places along a vertical line, one place each time. This pattern starts again in the next row.

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• 25 tests with 10 questions each, this is 250 questions in total! All questions are provided with detailed explanations of the solutions. 

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• 24 hours, 7 days a week online customer service to help you with all possible doubts and inquiries you may have. 

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• By practicing with our tests, you will identify the skills you need to practice more, improve your score and confidence, and have a solid performance in the real tests.

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The most common way for employers to use aptitude tests such as a Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test is online. Undertaking aptitude tests is usually the follow-up action after an employer has accepted your CV or initial job application form. 

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Important characteristics of Raven’s Progressive Matrices Tests are:

• Raven’s Progressive Matrices are usually multiple-choice (only one option is correct in each case).

• Raven’s Progressive Matrices are administered under exam conditions and strictly timed.

• Test takers are usually permitted to use a rough sheet of paper.

• The next patterns are often used in Raven’s Progressive Matrices Tests. You are to determine which pattern applies and select the right answer.

• Several types of figures can be used, even in one grid. Examples of figures are circles, squares, arrows, stars, and triangles. The number of figures used can be of importance in trying to figure out the pattern that is used in a specific grid.

• Every figure can rotate. This can be clockwise or counter-clockwise.

• Every figure can move places in the grid. This can be a specific number of steps of a back-and-forth movement.

• The figures can change in size, shape or both.

• The filling of the figures can change. The total number of figures that have a specific filling can be of importance, but also the specific spot and the specific number of fillings.

• Note the connection between the different types of fillings and/or figures across different rows and/or columns.

These effective test-taking strategy tips and tricks are well worth remembering before you take the actual Raven Matrix Tests:

• Read the question and instructions properly. Even though this seems logical, often candidates miss out very important information. Multiple-choice tests use so called ‘distractors’ as answer possibilities. These distractors are answers options which are deliberately similar to the right answer; in other words, the answer possibilities are designed to test if you read the question and provided information property. 

• Therefore, take your time to carefully read the information provided. 

• Don’t cheat. This is an important one. Many employers use verification tests to validate your previous results, to see if you have collaborated on your test. Large test publishers often use software that compares your response patterns and performance between the online test and the follow-up supervised test. 

• Be prepared with a pen and a piece of paper when doing the online test. 

• It can be useful to develop a (mental) checklist of strategies to solve the questions. Remember the list of possible rules discussed above. This can help you to work more methodically in the test. If needed, write the discovered rules down. 

• Try to focus on one rule at a time. 

Good luck practicing and successfully completing your assessment!

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