Mechanical Reasoning Tests

Mechanical reasoning tests examine your ability to understand mechanical and electrical concepts in order to solve challenges.

  • What are mechanical reasoning tests?

    Occasionally known as electrical aptitude tests, mechanical reasoning tests examine your mechanical and electrical knowledge.

    The topics covered include everything from circuits and voltage, to energy and pressure, and you’ll have about 40 seconds to answer each question from a list of possible answers.

    The skills you’re being tested on are very specific, and whether you’re reasonably well-versed in mechanical knowledge or not, we always recommend practising mechanical reasoning tests before the big day.

  • Why do employers use mechanical reasoning tests?

    In general, aptitude tests are used by employers who need to find out more about their different applicants’ skill sets.

    The mechanical reasoning test is often set for jobs in the technology industry, as all the topics and skills covered are relevant.

    The test also gives the employer a good idea of how well you cope under time pressure, as you'll only have about 40 seconds to read and answer each question on the test.

  • What is the mechanical reasoning test format?

    You’ll answer questions on electrical and mechanical subjects - anything and everything from pulleys and levers, to pressure, energy and voltage.

    The answers are multiple choice but that doesn't mean the test is easy - in fact, it’s designed to be challenging as it needs to help an employer to choose the best person or people from a pool of applicants with potentially very similar skills and levels of understanding.

    Practising as many tests as you can beforehand really is the best way to get faster and better.

  • What skills does mechanical reasoning test?

    Your mechanical and electrical knowledge will be under scrutiny, as well as your ability to keep calm and answer the questions accurately in a limited amount of time.

    The most common topics on the test are mechanical and electrical subjects such as energy, levers, pulleys, force and circuits.

    Reading up on the test and practising some mock papers before the big day is a great way to get ahead of the competition and build confidence in your skills.

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How are mechanical reasoning tests scored?

Once you’ve completed the test, your score will be compared with the scores of a normative group - this helps the employer who has set the test to determine how you’ve done in comparison to your peers and is a more useful indicator of your skills than looking at the result in isolation.

What are mechanical reasoning tests used for?

If you’re applying for a job in the technology industry, it’s highly likely that you’ll require strong electrical and mechanical skills. By setting such a test, an employer gets the chance to see how a large pool of people, potentially with very similar skills and experience on paper, perform under pressure.

What do mechanical reasoning tests involve?

The test is focused on different mechanical and electrical problems. You’ll normally have around 40 seconds to answer each question, so making sure you’ve practised and you feel prepared for the big day really does matter.

What do mechanical reasoning tests measure?

The test will put your electrical and mechanical knowledge under scrutiny. To do the best you possibly can on the day, we always recommend practising mechanical reasoning tests, and as many as you can, to get used to the different questions, the knowledge you need and the time you have to answer each question.

Where can I practice mechanical reasoning tests?

On our website you’ll find a whole host of mechanical reasoning tests to practice. You’ll also be able to pick up helpful tips and tricks along the way.

Which employers use mechanical reasoning tests?

The test is most commonly set by employers in the tech industry because the skills examined, mechanical and electrical, are skills you’ll need day-to-day in the role you’re applying for.

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