Employers are moving toward bundled assessments. Discover the exact structure of SHL's General Ability tests, understand how adaptive difficulty works, and prepare for interactive questions.
Instead of sending candidates three or four separate test links, many employers prefer "Mixed" or "General Ability" tests. These assessments bundle the core cognitive skills, Numerical, Deductive, and Inductive reasoning, into a single, seamless testing experience. Depending on the company, you will face one of three main variations.
| Test Name | Subjects Covered | Format | Typical Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify G+ | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive | Multiple Choice | 30 Qs / 36 Mins |
| Verify Interactive G+ | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive | Drag-and-Drop | 24 Qs / 36 Mins |
| General Ability Screen | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive, Verbal | Multiple Choice | 12 Qs / 10 Mins |
The standard Verify G+ is the most traditional mixed assessment, used widely for graduate, professional, and managerial recruitment. Note: Verbal is intentionally excluded.
SHL is rapidly transitioning clients to the Verify Interactive G+. It tests the exact same skills as the standard G+ but does so through a highly engaging, activity-based interface.
The Screen test is a high-level, fast-paced assessment used right at the top of the hiring funnel, most commonly for entry-level, customer service, or retail roles.
Because questions appear in mixed order, you need fluency in all reasoning types.
Check your invitation email. If it mentions "activity-based", it's the Interactive G+. If it mentions Verbal Reasoning, it's the Screen.
Take a diagnostic test first. Concentrated practice on your lowest-scoring component (usually Numerical or Deductive) yields the highest ROI.
The mental shift from data analysis to spatial logic is tough. Do full-length mixed simulations, not just single-topic drills.
Never practice without a timer. You need to internalize what 75 seconds per question feels like.
"Verify G+" is SHL's branding for its modern online assessment platform. The General Ability test refers to the combined Numerical + Inductive + Deductive assessment that runs on that platform. When people say "SHL Verify G+", they typically mean the General Ability test.
Click the link in your invitation email to view the instructions page. If the instructions describe an "activity-based test" or mention dragging and interacting with elements, it is the interactive version.
It is broader, it adds Verbal Reasoning as a fourth component. Whether it is harder depends on your individual strengths. Candidates strong in verbal analysis often find the Screen easier relative to peers.
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