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Critical Thinking Test

The Critical Thinking Test for employment assesses a candidate's ability to recognize assumptions, identify inconsistencies in reasoning, evaluate arguments, predict possible outcomes of a decision and make an objective decision. This pre-employment critical thinking test is used by recruiters to screen candidates for roles that require strong decision making abilities.

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Test duration:  35 mins
Difficulty level:  Moderate
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Questions:
  • 14 Critical Thinking MCQs
Covered skills:
Aptitude
Logical Reasoning
Lateral Thinking
Problem-solving
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The Critical Thinking Test helps recruiters and hiring managers identify qualified candidates from a pool of resumes, and helps in taking objective hiring decisions. It reduces the administrative overhead of interviewing too many candidates and saves time by filtering out unqualified candidates at the first step of the hiring process.

The test screens for the following skills that hiring managers look for in candidates:

  • Able to think critically and analyze complex problems
  • Skilled in logical reasoning and making valid deductions
  • Proficient in lateral thinking and generating creative solutions
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to propose effective solutions
  • Excellent aptitude for understanding and interpreting data
  • Ability to identify patterns and make connections between different concepts
  • Capacity to evaluate arguments and identify flaws in reasoning
  • Strong analytical skills for assessing information and making informed decisions
  • Proficient in identifying assumptions and evaluating their validity
  • Ability to think critically under time constraints and make sound judgments
  • Aptitude for integrating information from multiple sources to develop cohesive insights
  • Skilled in evaluating evidence and drawing logical conclusions
  • Ability to think creatively and outside-the-box to solve complex problems
  • Proficient in analyzing situations from multiple perspectives to gain deeper insights
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Medium

Claims for a new drug Xylanex
Critical Thinking
Evaluating Arguments
Identifying Assumptions
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A pharmaceutical company claims that their new drug, Xylanex, is highly effective in treating a specific medical condition. They provide statistical data from a clinical trial to support their claim. However, a group of scientists has raised concerns about the validity of the study design and potential bias in the data collection process. They argue that the results may be inflated and not truly representative of the drug's effectiveness.

Which of the following assumptions is necessary to support the pharmaceutical company's claim?
A: The clinical trial participants were randomly selected and representative of the target population.
B: The scientists raising concerns have a conflict of interest and are biased against the pharmaceutical company.
C: The statistical analysis of the clinical trial data was conducted by independent experts.
D: The medical condition being treated by Xylanex is widespread and affects a large number of individuals.
E: The pharmaceutical company has a proven track record of developing effective drugs for similar medical conditions.

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Emma's cafe business
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Emma's cafe has been operating successfully for the last 6 years. Profits have been growing every year, with this year (2020) being their best year so far. As a thank you, Emma treated her staff to a meal at a Michelin star restaurant. 
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Below are 3 statements about Emma, her staff and her cafe. Can you help us decide whether the 3 statements are "True", "Probably True", "Insufficient Data to Say True or False", "Probably False", or "False".

1. Emma's staff members are happy.
2. Emma's cafe did well in 2016.
3. Emma is rich.

A: True
B: False
C: Probably True
D: Probably False
E: Insufficient Data

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Ivory's new startup
Solve
Statement: Ivory started a new startup. We know for a fact that almost all startups fail within the first 2 years. 
Conclusion: Ivory's startup will fail.
Does the conclusion follow from the statement?
🧐 Question🔧 Skill

Medium

Claims for a new drug Xylanex
Critical Thinking
Evaluating Arguments
Identifying Assumptions

2 mins

Critical Thinking
Solve

Medium

Emma's cafe business

2 mins

Critical Thinking
Solve

Medium

Ivory's new startup

2 mins

Critical Thinking
Solve
🧐 Question🔧 Skill💪 Difficulty⌛ Time
Claims for a new drug Xylanex
Critical Thinking
Evaluating Arguments
Identifying Assumptions
Critical Thinking
Medium2 mins
Solve
Emma's cafe business
Critical Thinking
Medium2 mins
Solve
Ivory's new startup
Critical Thinking
Medium2 mins
Solve

Test candidates on core Critical Thinking Hiring Test topics

Aptitude: Aptitude refers to a person's natural ability to comprehend and solve problems. In the context of this test, aptitude is measured to assess candidates' analytical and numerical reasoning skills, which are vital for roles requiring data analysis, critical decision-making, and problem-solving.

Logical Reasoning: Logical reasoning is the ability to think logically and systematically, making sound judgments based on given facts and principles. Evaluating candidates' logical reasoning skills helps measure their ability to identify patterns, draw conclusions, and solve complex problems methodically.

Lateral Thinking: Lateral thinking involves unconventional and innovative ways of solving problems by thinking outside the box. Assessing candidates' lateral thinking skills provides insight into their ability to approach challenges creatively, generate novel ideas, and find unique solutions that may not be immediately apparent.

Problem-solving: Problem-solving is the process of identifying, analyzing, and resolving challenges or obstacles. In this test, measuring candidates' problem-solving skills enables recruiters to gauge their ability to identify problems, generate effective solutions, and apply critical thinking to overcome difficulties.

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Have questions about the Critical Thinking Hiring Test?

What roles can I use the Critical Thinking Assessment Test for?

Here are few roles for which we recommend this test:

  • Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Software Developer
  • Software Tester
  • Graduate
  • Intern
  • Sales Representatives
Can I combine a Critical Thinking Test with a Logical Reasoning Test?

Yes, recruiters can request a single custom test that includes both critical thinking and logical reasoning skills. Check more details on our Logical Reasoning Test.

How to use a Critical Thinking Test in my hiring process?

Use our test as a pre-screening tool at the beginning of recruitment. Add the test link to your job post or invite candidates via email. This helps you find skilled candidates faster.

Can I combine multiple skills into one custom assessment?

Yes, absolutely. Custom assessments are set up based on your job description, and will include questions on all must-have skills you specify. Here's a quick guide on how you can request a custom test.

How do I interpret test scores?

The primary thing to keep in mind is that an assessment is an elimination tool, not a selection tool. A skills assessment is optimized to help you eliminate candidates who are not technically qualified for the role, it is not optimized to help you find the best candidate for the role. So the ideal way to use an assessment is to decide a threshold score (typically 55%, we help you benchmark) and invite all candidates who score above the threshold for the next rounds of interview.

Does every candidate get the same questions?

Yes, it makes it much easier for you to compare candidates. Options for MCQ questions and the order of questions are randomized. We have anti-cheating/ proctoring features in place. In our enterprise plan, we also have the option to create multiple versions of the same assessment with questions of similar difficulty levels.

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What is a Critical Thinking Test?

A Critical Thinking Test is designed to assess a candidate's aptitude, logical reasoning, lateral thinking, and problem-solving skills. Recruiters use it to identify candidates who can develop innovative solutions and evaluate processes effectively.

What skills are assessed in senior candidates?

For senior roles, the test evaluates abilities such as developing innovative solutions, synthesizing information, resolving inconsistencies, analyzing data, conducting root cause analysis, and identifying potential biases.

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