Scales – Verbal (compact)
Summary
Compact verbal reasoning test by Aon: candidates draw logical conclusions from complex written information (True / False / Cannot Say). Used for screening and selection where text comprehension matters.
Key Facts
Provider: Aon Assessment
Type/Category: Cognitive Ability – Verbal Reasoning
Duration: 6 minutes (excl. instructions)
Target Group: Graduates, Working Population
Languages: 40+ languages
Strengths
- Short 6-minute format
- Finance and consumer versions, each as standard or mobile
- Shares an item bank with Numerical (compact) – easy to combine
Example Use Case
Situation: Pre-selecting applicants for roles that require working with written reports and documentation.
Solution: The compact verbal test adds a quick, standardised measure of verbal reasoning to the screening stage.
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