Scales – Verbal (compact)

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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