Clerical Speed and Accuracy Aptitude Test
This test, CLERICAL SPEED AND ACCURACY, asks candidates to compare sets of first and last names. We also offer PERCEPTUAL SPEED AND ACCURACY, where candidates compare sets of alphanumeric characters. To see Perceptual Speed and Accuracy instead, click here.
Pre-Employment Test
Purpose: The Clerical Speed and Accuracy Test uses a classic approach to measuring a candidate’s ability to read last and first names quickly, compare each set to identify errors, and make simple decisions. The test can be used with good results where the position requires a lot of paperwork, and where both processing speed and minimizing errors are important.
About This Test: This is a 7-minute timed Clerical Speed & Accuracy test.
High Scorers: Employment candidates scoring high on the test are quick to process information, and they do not make many errors.
Low Scorers: Candidates scoring low are somewhat slow in completing their work, and they tend to make more errors than expected.
What the Report Gives You: Aptitude scores and interpretation guidance.
Testing Process:
- Immediate score report upon completion.
- Proctoring desirable but not required.
- The use of mobile phones is discouraged.
Target Group: We recommend using this test when selecting candidates for roles such as administrative assistant, administrative secretary, data entry clerk, file clerk, records clerk, medical office assistant, and more.
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View our other online pre-employment aptitude tests and find the right fit for you.| Sample Questions for Clerical Speed & Accuracy Test | |||
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Jack Brown | Yes No | Jack Brown | |
Steve Clark | Yes No | Steve Clerk | |
Carla Smith | Yes No | Carlo Smith | |
(Sample questions differ from actual test appearance and do not contain real test content.)
Select Validity Information: In several empirical studies, this test was significantly correlated with: productivity (r=.28**); quality (r=.21*); attendance (r=.33**); safety (r=.24*) and overall job performance in a variety of entry-level jobs (r=.31**).
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