Preparing for mental aptitude tests

Pocketsaver

I've been invited to do a couple of mental aptitude tests for job applications. However, my maths is quite rusty since I haven't needed to practice it for over 6 years until now. What kind of revision can I do to prepare for the numerical side of these tests?

A fast response would be appreciated as I am looking to spend the weekend and early next week to prepare before sitting the test.

Thanks

Notmyrealname

6 years? How do you think us oldies who haven't had to do anything complicated for decades feel?

Honestly, the bulk of it is just addition, subtraction, multiplication and basic fractions. The hardest part is extrapolating the information you need from what you're given.

McKneff

I did well at Maths and English, but my golden oldie years are catching up with me.

What does extrapolating mean?:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

McKneff

The more you do OP, the easier it will be, google maths test and go for it, good luck

Pocketsaver

extra-what?:rotfl:

Thanks for the advice. I'll get on the case tomorrow!

While I have your attention, what do employers look for in personality tests? I've done a few, but never exactly understood the point of them. Are they looking for someone who is well rounded or someone who matches their standards?