Numerical reasoning test practice
Numerical ability here is speed and accuracy under pressure rather than mathematical depth. Two formats dominate: interpreting a table or chart and judging a statement against it, and rapid mental arithmetic with no calculator.
A strong maths background helps less than people expect. These tests reward working cleanly at pace and knowing when an estimate is enough — habits that are trainable in a way that mathematical knowledge is not.
Percentage change against a base is where most marks are lost. Comparing absolute change instead of percentage is the substitution a hurried candidate makes, and the items are designed around it.
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Numerical Reasoning
Read the table, then judge the statement. This is the format used across NATS Stage 1, FEAST I and the ATSA.
| Airport | 2024 passengers | 2025 passengers |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield | 4.2m | 4.9m |
| Eastport | 6.8m | 6.5m |
| Westhaven | 2.1m | 2.6m |
Statement: “Northfield's passenger numbers grew by a larger percentage than Westhaven's between 2024 and 2025.”
Mental Arithmetic
One value is missing. Choose the digit that makes the equation true — no calculator, and the real test speeds up as you get them right.
7 × □ + 4 = 39
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