Interview testing is a more popular option with employers. They tend to come in two different forms:
Personality Tests
These tests come in the form of a written questionnaire asking for your views regarding different hypothetical situations. You are asked to decide which option suits you best. From your answers they can formulate a profile on your likes, dislikes, strengths and weaknesses.
Due to the subjective nature of these tests they are seldom used as the sole criteria for interview success.
Ability and Aptitude Tests
Aptitude or intelligence tests measure a person’s potential ability after training. These can include written verbal or numerical tests. However popular testing is becoming, the majority of organisations still rely on qualifications and previous experience to judge aptitude.
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