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The most important things to know about non-verbal reasoning

The most important things to know about non-verbal reasoning

Many grammar schools require applicants to sit non-verbal reasoning tests. If your child is sitting a CEM (Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring) test, it will have a non-verbal reasoning component. GL (Granada Learning) Assessment non-verbal reasoning tests are also used by some grammar schools. It is important to check the details of any tests your…

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Why does non-verbal reasoning form such an important part of many eleven plus examinations?

Why does non-verbal reasoning form such an important part of many eleven plus examinations?

The University of Kent defines non-verbal reasoning (NVR) as ‘the ability to understand and analyse visual information and solve problems using visual reasoning’. It also states that the development of this particular skill ‘enables students to analyse and solve complex problems without relying upon, or being limited by, language skills’. Such tests allow examination providers…

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What are ‘Short Maths’, ‘Long Maths’ and ‘Numerical Reasoning’?

What are ‘Short Maths’, ‘Long Maths’ and ‘Numerical Reasoning’?

These ‘new’ terms are being used as part of the introduction of the new CEM 11+ Exam. ‘Numerical Reasoning’ is probably a more familiar term but the use of terms like ‘Short Maths’ and ‘Long Maths’ may cause some confusion in parents’ minds. ‘Numerical Reasoning’ is just another name for Mathematics. However, the use of…

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What is the difference between IQ and AQ?

What is the difference between IQ and AQ?

In the history of intelligence testing, a distinction has been drawn between IQ (Innate quotient – the natural dormant intelligence which a person is born with) and AQ (Acquired quotient – ability that is acquired via study and application). There have been numerous debates about how these aspects are to be measured and whether or…

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