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The Problem Solving Test for finding and hiring skilled problem solvers

The Problem Solving Assessment determines whether a candidate has problem-solving skills for the job. It evaluates candidates’ ability to define problems and analyze textual information or data to make correct decisions. It measures the ability to use logic, creativity, and analytical skills to assess and respond to complex situations.

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About the Mercer | Mettl Problem Solving Test

Our Problem Solving Assessment evaluates a candidate's ability to outline a problem, deconstruct it, develop the most appropriate solution, and assess the effectiveness of the solution. It helps employers to find candidates with the necessary problem-solving abilities for the job.  

The test assesses problem-solving ability through questions that evaluate someone's numerical knowledge, critical thinking, analytical ability and problem-solving skills. This test includes thirty questions of a moderate difficulty level to be completed within thirty minutes.

What is the importance of the Problem Solving Skills Test?

Problem-solving is essential for individuals, teams and managers to achieve goals. It includes identifying ways and means to solve various challenging problems in any job/task. Problem-solving skills influence one's career, whether while solving a problem for a client or assisting those who are solving problems. The test is meticulously designed to successfully assess a candidate's problem-solving skills, which are essential for business and maintaining relationships. 

Moreover, it helps measure decision-making, reasoning, and numerical reasoning skills. The skill of solving problems is needed in all facets of life. People with problem-solving aptitude tend to forge challenges into lucrative opportunities. Employees with these highly coveted personality traits are indispensable for organizations.

How does the Problem Solving Skills Assessment help recruiters hire people?

Employers can glean actionable insights from the Problem Solving Skills Test to identify the most suitable talent from a pool of resumes, translating to objective hiring decisions backed by data. In addition, since these tests are to be administered online, the administrative overhead of conducting too many interviews is reduced, enabling employers and recruiters to save more time and resources and making it significantly more straightforward to find top candidates.

Applications of the Problem Solving Test

  • Pre-employment screening: Organizations can identify the most suitable candidates early in recruitment, ensuring that only those with strong analytical and decision-making skills advance. 
  • Internal promotions: Employers can assess current employees for potential roles that require problem-solving abilities, ensuring they possess the necessary competencies to succeed. 
  • Training and development: Companies can evaluate the training programs' effectiveness and figure out areas for improvement, helping develop a workforce skilled in problem-solving.

Benefits of the Problem Solving Test

  • Organizations can identify capable candidates by focusing on essential analytical and decision-making skills. 
  • The standardized test provides an objective assessment for impartial evaluations. 
  • Employers enhance the likelihood of hiring candidates who can manage job-specific challenges effectively. 
  • Companies can narrow large candidate pools to those best suited for the role. 
  • Managers can identify areas for improvement in existing employees to support their professional growth and enhance overall performance.

Problem-solving Skills Test competency framework

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Problem-solving Assessment competencies under scanner

Problem-solving skills

Competencies:

Analytical ability and problem-solving

This section tests the candidate's ability to analyze and perceive the given information from varied perspectives by categorizing it into manageable parts and structuring it logically.

Numerical ability

This section tests the candidate's ability to perceive and process numbers and related symbols to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Critical thinking

This section evaluates the candidate's ability to identify and analyze problems by finding and evaluating relevant information to reach an appropriate conclusion.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Problem solving tests help organizations identify appropriate skills in candidates that can assist in selecting individuals with the required problem-solving abilities. These tests help determine a candidate's problem-solving skills, trainability, and learning agility.

The expertly formulated Problem Solving Assessment by Mercer | Mettl can be used by organizations to measure problem-solving skills and understand whether a candidate can analyze given information from different perspectives and use it to solve complex problems.

The test can be used to assess roles such as administrative assistants, project managers, data analysts, customer service managers, web developers, etc.

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