Aptitude Test Preparation Guide

The NYPA Aptitude Tests measure a series of abilities that have been shown to be essential for effective performance in various positions in NYPA. These abilities include perception, memory, concentration, comprehension, problem-solving, numerical computation, and written expression. Most test batteries are organized into five separately-timed sections. A description of each section is presented below.

· The Perception, Memory and Concentration section contains that assess your ability to observe and differentiate fine physical details, and attend to unusual detail with little margin for error, possibly amid considerable distractions.

· The Comprehension section contains section assesses your ability to read, understand, interpret and apply written, verbal, numerical, or graphic information.

· The Numerical Computation section assesses your ability to solve arithmetic and mathematical problems including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages and basic algebra - without a calculator. The questions in this section will also require you to use numerical reasoning to solve word problems.

· The Problem Solving section contains assesses your ability to solve problems and use logical reasoning and critical thinking in uncertain situations such as diagnosing mechanical or electrical disorders or restoration of a complex physical system or process.

· The Written Expression section assesses your ability to demonstrate various writing skills including spelling, report writing, sentence construction and form completion.

This Test Preparation Guide also includes practice questions for each section of the tests. These practice questions will show you the various types of questions that you can anticipate. While these practice questions are not the same in content as those in the actual tests, they are similar in format and in function.