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Mechanical Reasoning Tests | Levers
A lever consists of a bar which pivots at a fixed point known as the fulcrum. In the example shown…
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Mechanical Comprehension Test
What is a mechanical comprehension test? A mechanical comprehension test is an aptitude assessment that’s widely used by employers to…
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Barron’s Test of Mechanical Aptitude
The Barron’s Test of Mechanical Aptitude has its origins in the armed services. It is used to measure the mechanical…
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Tool Knowledge
Tool knowledge questions assess your ability to identify and/or determine the uses for common types of tools (e.g., hammers, wrenches,…
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Paper Folding
In this type of question, you must assemble a 3-dimensional object by mentally folding a paper cutout of the object.…
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Spatial Views
In this type of question, you must assemble a 3-dimensional object by looking at a few of its parts. …
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Visual/Spatial Relations
Questions related to visual/spatial relations usually ask you to identify objects by pattern, shape, and/or spatial orientation. Often, several characteristics…
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Screws (Threaded Hardware)
A screw is formed when an inclined plane is wrapped around a cylinder. As the inclined plane is wound around…
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Inclined Plane
An inclined plane is a flat, slanted surface (i.e., higher on one end) that is useful for moving objects to…
