Overall Results (score 68)

John's score indicates that his analytical reasoning skills are quite decent, but there is still some room for improvement. The overall score of this test is based on how well he performed on the steps of the analytical reasoning process, as well as his results on the skills used in solving different types of problems. Both of these elements are essential to being able to solve problems his will encounter at work. Review the results below for more details on his performance.

Appraisal (score 92)

John did quite well when it came to reviewing information provided in order to find the bottom-line question that needed to be answered, or problem that needed to be solved. This is a very important skill that can translate to work situations. Being able to identify problems quickly and accurately can prevent serious and costly oversights.

Considering (score 50)

Filtering through information in order to identify the relevant facts needed to solve a problem is something that John is not extremely skilled at - there is definitely room for improvement. Work problems are not always going to be simple and straightforward. John needs to be take information and zero-in on what is relevant if he is to solve problems effectively.

Processing Information (score 83)

Once a problem is identified and all the relevant information is singled out, the next step is to determine the best way to solve the problem, and this is where John excelled. Finding the most efficient way to solve a problem is just as important as finding the correct solution.

Logic (score 58)

Logical thinking, as measured by this test, takes into account the ability to objectively assess a situation and choose a sensible response, skills related to syllogisms, deductive reasoning, symbolic logic, Boolean or set logic, and general common sense. John's performance on this area of the test was satisfactory at best, leaving room for improvement. Logical thinking skills, even as it relates to more basic types of logic, can be an asset in several jobs. Fortunately, the fact that John has at least some skill is good jumping off point for further development.

Math/Quantitative Reasoning (score 46)

John seems to have at least some basic math skill. He could potentially develop his math skill further - aside from the fact that basic math skill in and of itself an asset to have in many jobs, mathematics is also an important part of the analytical reasoning process and vice versa. Breaking down a math problem requires the same processes as when dealing with other forms of problem-solving. with knowledge and practice, John should be able to improve his math skill and his analytical reasoning skills in turn.

Pattern Recognition (score 83)

The ability to discern patterns is an important part of problem-solving, particularly when it involves chronic problems. John needs to be able to identify why things are happening the way they are, or figure out a formula to explain various phenomena, and this is where he excelled on the test. Pattern identification is a useful skill, whether John is balancing the company's books, figuring out where resources are going every month, or when trying to uncover the reason behind a drop in productivity, for example.

Reading Comprehension (score 54)

At work, John may be required to read through large amounts of data, extract information from documents, or conduct research in order to figure out an answer to a problem, all of which require the ability to read and understand written material. Based on his performance, his reading comprehension is passable, but could certainly benefit from improvement. Reading comprehension is an indispensible skill since it plays a role in many job tasks, so improvement in this general area of his skill set will likely benefit him on a larger scale.

Creative Thinking (score 60)

John appears to be fairly open to more creative approaches to problem-solving, although he may occasionally opt for more tried-and-true solutions. In general, however, he is willing to take a chance on more innovative approaches, which is important because the best solution to a problem sometimes calls for a more creative response. Creative thinking is essential in many situations requiring analytical reasoning.

Social/Communication Skills (score 85)

Resolving difficult social situations or managing people's feelings is an area where John displays great proficiency, based on his approach to social situations on the test. In order to interact effectively in social situations, a person has to be able to analyze the circumstances, pick up on social cues, and with this information, objectively determine the best and most appropriate way to respond or act. This is a vital skill for John to possess, particularly in sensitive social situations - it could mean the difference between communicating diplomatically or causing misunderstandings and hurting someone's feelings.