The following two tests in pictures will allow you to better understand how you collect information from the world around you and how you operate with it, in other words, determine the type of thinking.

Test number 1. Practitioner and Logic.

Test №2 Sensory and Intuitive (analyst).

Both practitioners (sensors) and logicians (analysts) have their own strengths The important thing is to know how to use them. And quite often there are individuals with developed both abstract and concrete, practical thinking.

Test number 1. Practitioner and Logic.

Instruction.

Before you is a chain of ovals. Based on this detail, you need to recreate the whole picture, create a whole from one fragment. What you draw and how to complement this drawing is up to you.

stimulus material.

Key to the test, interpretation.

The test is easy to interpret, no matter what you draw. The principle is this: if you made a chain of ovals the basis of your drawing, then this indicates that you have practical thinking, everything concrete is closer to you. If the chain of ovals is not the main detail of your drawing, but an additional one, then this indicates that you have logical thinking, you like to think abstractly.

A sign of practical thinking are such drawings: an ear, a bunch of grapes, berries, etc. - the main emphasis was placed on ovals.

A sign of abstract thinking is the following drawings: a walking person followed by a chain of footprints; the tail of a bird or beast; braid girls and all in the same vein. In other words, the chain of ovals in this case is nothing more than an addition to the picture.

People with practical thinking work well in a team, they are responsible and accurate. They do an excellent job with a huge amount of work, due to the fact that they are able to clearly organize their working day and distribute all the cases according to their importance and urgency. These people practically do not have hopeless situations, as they calculate in advance every step they take in order to insure themselves against possible surprises. They prefer systematic work than a task that suddenly fell on their heads, even if it promises them considerable profits.

People with abstract thinking they do not like routine, they prefer to work by inspiration, they like to express themselves in a creative way, they always have a lot of different ideas in their heads, which they are happy to share with their surroundings. They are not accustomed to planning their affairs in such a way that they are distributed evenly; for them, activity is more important during periods when inspiration visits them.

Test №2 Sensory and Intuitive.

Instruction.

Before you is an arbitrary set of figures, a certain composition. Using one, two or more shapes (as many as you need to complete the task), draw a person.

stimulus material.

Key to the test, interpretation.

If you created a person based on one, two, three or even four figures, then this means that you are a sensory. You took on the task, based on specific details, you began to consider each figure separately.

If you saw a person’s face in this, at first glance, arbitrary composition and completed it, then this indicates that you are an intuitionist. You tend to analyze, you pay attention, first of all, not to specific details, but to their totality.

For sensorics, details, specific events, thoughts and words come first. They always clearly build their speech, because they invariably proceed from concrete facts and are not distracted by generalizations and abstract concepts. Sensors are observant, they notice everything that surrounds them. They are excellent storytellers, make excellent reports and skilfully analyze real events. But conversations on abstract topics annoy them, because they seem insignificant to them, because they are not based on facts.

Intuitives (analysts) prefer not the details, but the whole picture, their forecasts and assumptions most often come true. The fact is that where sensorics wade through the facts, gradually building them into a chain, analysts immediately grasp the common features and draw the right conclusion. Intuitivists are born theorists, and sensorics are practitioners. Or you can say that sensorics are driving along the road, and intuitivists are flying over it.

Ideally, sensors and analysts perfectly complement each other, they can give each other a lot, their worldviews and attitudes are so different that they will never be bored together.

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Scales: types of thinking - subject-effective, abstract-symbolic, verbal-logical, visual-figurative, creativity (creative)

Purpose of the test

Diagnosis of the type of thinking of the respondent.

Instructions for the test

Each person has a certain type of thinking. This questionnaire will help you determine the type of your thinking. If you agree with the statement, put a plus in the form, if not - a minus.

Test

1. It is easier for me to do something myself than to explain to another.
2. I would be interested in making computer programs.
3. I like to read books.
4. I like painting, sculpture, architecture.
5. Even in a well-established business, I try to improve something.
6. I understand better if they explain to me on objects or drawings.
7. I like to play chess.
8. I easily express my thoughts both orally and in writing.
9. When I read a book, I visualize its characters.
10. I prefer to plan my own work.
11. I like to do everything with my own hands.
12. As a child, I created (a) my own cipher for correspondence with friends.
13. I attach great importance the spoken word.
14. Familiar melodies often evoke memories in me.
15. A variety of hobbies make a person's life richer and brighter.
16. When solving a problem, it is easier for me to go by trial and error.
17. I am interested in understanding the nature of physical phenomena.
18. I am interested in the work of a TV and radio program host, a journalist.
19. It is easy for me to imagine an object or animal that does not exist in nature.
20. I like the process of activity more than the result itself.
21. As a child, I liked to assemble a designer from parts.
22. I prefer exact sciences (mathematics, physics).
23. I admire the accuracy and depth of some poems.
24. A familiar smell evokes past events in my memory.
25. It is difficult for me to subordinate my life to a certain system.
26. When I hear music, I want to dance.
27. I understand the beauty of mathematical formulas.
28. It is easy for me to speak in front of any audience.
29. I like to visit exhibitions, performances, concerts.
30. I doubt even what is obvious to others.
31. I love doing needlework, making something.
32. It would be interesting for me to decipher the meanings of ancient symbols.
33. I easily learn the grammatical constructions of the language.
34. I understand the beauty of nature and art.
35. I don't like to walk in the same way.
36. I like work that requires physical activity.
37. I easily memorize formulas, symbols, conventions.
38. Friends like to listen when I tell them something.
39. It is easy for me to imagine the content of a story or a film in images.
40. I cannot rest until I have perfected my work.

Processing and interpretation of test results

Key to the test

№ Type of thinking Questions
1 Subject-effective 1 6 11 16 21 26 31 36
2 Abstract-symbolic 2 7 12 17 22 27 32 37
3 Verbal-logical 3 8 13 18 23 28 33 38
4 Visual-figurative 4 9 14 19 24 29 34 39
5 Creativity (creative) 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40

Handling test results

Count the number of pluses in each of the five lines. Each line corresponds to a certain type of thinking. The number of points in each column indicates the level of development of this type of thinking:

0-2 - low,
. 3-5 - medium,
. 6-8 - high.

Interpretation of test results

1. Object-Effective Thinking characteristic of business people. They acquire information through movement. Usually they have good coordination of movements. Their hands created the entire objective world around us. They drive cars, stand at machines, assemble computers. Without them, it is impossible to realize the most brilliant idea. This thinking is important for athletes, dancers, artists.

2. Abstract symbolic thinking possess many scientists - theoretical physicists, mathematicians, economists, programmers, analysts. They can assimilate information through mathematical codes, formulas, and operations that cannot be touched or imagined. Thanks to the peculiarities of such thinking, many discoveries have been made on the basis of hypotheses in all fields of science.

3. Verbal-logical thinking distinguishes people with pronounced verbal intelligence (from Latin verbalis - verbal). Thanks to the developed verbal logical thinking a scientist, teacher, translator, writer, philologist, journalist can formulate their thoughts and convey them to people. This skill is necessary for leaders, politicians and public figures.

4. Visual-figurative thinking possessed by people with an artistic mindset who can imagine both what was, and what will be, and what never was and never will be - artists, poets, writers, directors. An architect, constructor, designer, artist, director must have a developed visual-figurative thinking.

5. Creativity is the ability to think creatively, to find non-standard solutions to a problem. This is a rare and irreplaceable quality that distinguishes people who are talented in any field of activity.

In their pure form, these types of thinking are rare. Many professions require a combination of different types of thinking, for example, for a psychologist. Such thinking is called synthetic.

Match your leading mindset to your chosen activity or learning profile. A pronounced type of thinking gives some advantages in mastering the relevant activities. But the most important thing is your abilities and interest in your future profession.

Sources

Methodology "Type of thinking" / Rezapkina G.V. Selection in specialized classes. M.: Genesis, 2005

Systems Reasoning Test (SRT) was designed to assess the ability to systematically analyze and process information presented in the form of abstract diagrams and complex structures. This test allows you to understand how effectively a candidate or employee copes with conceptual work tasks that require a deep systematic approach.

Required preparation

In order to be eligible to use SHL Aptitude Tests and interpret their results, you need to attend the "Testing Personnel in an Organization" seminar (SHL Level A certificate).

What are the benefits of the systems thinking test?

• Assessment of the ability to think systematically in accordance with the requirements of modern psychometry
• Proven test methodology guarantees reliable and accurate results
• Quick and easy interpretation of results for subsequent decision making
• The systems thinking test complements other SHL tests (e.g. verbal and numerical) to build a more complete and multi-dimensional candidate/employee ability profile
• The test materials are available both in a paper booklet version and through the SHLTOOLS 3 online assessment system.

Who is the SRT test for?

The SRT systems thinking test is designed to assess experienced managers and specialists in any position, graduates of universities and business schools, as well as when selecting for any positions in business areas such as strategic planning and analytics, research and development, marketing and IT. It can also be used to solve the problems of talent acquisition - in the framework of personnel audit, development and career planning.

Main characteristics

• A modern, effective and reliable test for assessing the ability to think in systems
• Complements verbal, numerical and other SHL tests to build a more complete ability profile
• Assesses the various components of systems thinking that are necessary in today's business in a rich information environment
• Fast and easy interpretation of results

How does he work?

The SRT was developed by SHL consultants to address the heterogeneous flow of conceptual information in today's business environment. The systems thinking ability test includes four groups of tasks that require a systematic approach:

• Identification of patterns in accordance with the underlying logic
• Defining hierarchical subordination rules
• Analysis of the relationship between the whole and its parts
• Understanding and working with cyclic patterns

Available types of reports

The HR report is intended for certified HR professionals or managers and describes the overall score on the SRT test, as well as the results on individual components of the ability to think systems thinking. In addition, the report indicates which specific tasks require a particular component.

Candidate Report gives a brief textual interpretation of the results obtained (including the components) and recommendations for their development.

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Each person has a certain type of thinking. This test will help you determine the type of your thinking. If you agree with the statement, then click Yes, if you disagree - No.

QUESTIONS:

1. It is easier for me to do something myself than to explain to another.

2. I am interested in writing computer programs.

4. I like painting, sculpture, architecture, music.

5. Even in a well-established business, I try to improve something.

6. I understand better if they explain to me on objects and drawings.

7. I like to play chess.

8. I express my thoughts easily, both verbally and in writing.

9. When I read a book, I clearly see its characters and the events described.

10. I find it difficult to do work that requires tight restrictions.

11. I like to do everything with my own hands.

12. As a child, I created my own cipher for correspondence with friends.

13. I attach great importance to words.

14. Familiar melodies evoke certain pictures in my head.

15. A variety of hobbies make a person's life richer and brighter.

16. When solving a problem, it is easier for me to go by trial and error.

17. I am interested in understanding the nature of physical phenomena.

18. I am interested in the work of a TV and radio program host, a journalist.

19. It is easy for me to imagine an object or animal that does not exist in nature.

20. I like the process of activity more than the result itself.

21. As a child, I liked to assemble a designer.

22. I prefer exact sciences (mathematics, physics).

23. I admire the accuracy and depth of some of the verses.

24. A familiar smell evokes past events in my memory.

25. I would not like to subordinate my life to a strict system.

26. When I hear music, I want to dance.

27. I understand the beauty of mathematical formulas.

28. It is easy for me to speak in front of any audience.

29. I like to visit exhibitions, performances, concerts.

30. I doubt even what is obvious to others.

31. I love doing something with my own hands: sewing, crafting, repairing.

32. It would be interesting for me to decipher the ancient writings.

33. I easily learn unfamiliar phrases and grammatical constructions of the language.

34. I agree with the statement that beauty will save the world.

35. I don't like to walk in the same way.

36. Only that which can be touched is true.

37. I easily memorize formulas, symbols, conventions.

38. Friends like to listen when I tell them something.

39. I can easily visualize the content of a story or movie.

40. I can't rest until my work is perfect.

COUNTING RESULTS

Each column contains question numbers. Each "Yes" answer to the question counts as 1 point, the answer is no - "0". Count the number of points in each column.

	Column 1	Column2	Column3	Column4	Column5
	1	2	3	4	5
	6	7	8	9	10
	11	12	13	14	15
	16	17	18	19	20
	21	22	23	24	25
	26	27	28	29	30
	31	32	33	34	35
	36	37	38	39	40
	result P-D	result A-C	result S-L	result BUT	result TO

Each column corresponds to a certain type of thinking.

1. P object-effective thinking
2. A abstract- With symbolic thinking
3. WITH verbally- l ogical thinking
4. H visually- O fictitious thinking
5. TO reactivity

The number of points indicates the level of development of this type of thinking:

• 0-2 - low,
• 3-5 - medium,
• 6-8 - high.

RESULTS

1. Objective-active thinking characteristic of business people. They say about them: "Golden hands". They absorb information better through movement. Usually they have good coordination of movements. Their hands created the entire objective world around us. They drive cars, stand at machines, assemble computers. Without them, it is impossible to realize the most brilliant idea. Many outstanding dancers and sportsmen also have this mindset.

2. Abstract symbolic thinking possessed by many people of science - physicists - theorists, mathematicians, economists, programmers, analysts. People with this mindset can absorb information through mathematical codes, formulas, and operations that cannot be touched or imagined. Thanks to the peculiarities of such thinking, many discoveries have been made on the basis of hypotheses in all fields of science.

3. Verbal-logical thinking distinguishes people with pronounced verbal intelligence. Thanks to the developed verbal and logical thinking, a scientist, teacher, translator, writer, philologist, journalist can formulate their thoughts and convey them to people. This skill is necessary for leaders, politicians and public figures.

4. Visually - figurative thinking possessed by people with an artistic mindset who can imagine what was and what will be and what never was and never will be - artists, poets, writers, directors. An architect, constructor, designer, artist, director must have a developed visual-figurative thinking.

5. Creativity is the ability of a person to think creatively, to find non-standard solutions to a problem. Creativity can be possessed by a person with any type of thinking. This is a rare and irreplaceable quality that distinguishes talented and successful people in any field of activity.