Non-verbal reasoning
Non-verbal reasoning tests measure how well you reason with figures, symbols and patterns instead of words. Assessment publishers test it mainly through inductive reasoning (figure sequences) and diagrammatic reasoning, because the result does not depend on language skills.
On this page you practice both question types mixed together, the way they appear in a real cognitive ability test — with fully worked answers for every question.
Non-Verbal Reasoning Free Practice Test
Start with the free non-verbal reasoning practice test. It shows you your current level and which question type still slows you down.
Assessment Practice pack
Parts of the non-verbal reasoning practice pack
Non-Verbal Reasoning explanation
Then read the explanations of inductive reasoning and diagrammatic reasoning. Most questions follow a small number of patterns; once you know them, you will recognise them under time pressure too.
Non-Verbal Reasoning assessments
Next, train with the practice sets below. Every set mixes figure sequences and abstract figures under a time limit, just like a real assessment. After each set you see your score and the worked answers.
Non-Verbal Reasoning Evaluation of your results
Finish with the easy and difficult selections: easy to build confidence, difficult to prepare for the hardest questions in the assessment.
Assessment Practice pack