Let’s talk about Logiks -
Cubiks Logiks is a type of psychometric test that assesses your cognitive ability and aptitude for a variety of employers and positions. It is split into three sub-sections - Numerical, Verbal and Abstract and has two different degrees of difficulty - Logiks Intermediate and Logiks Advanced.
So, Logiks Intermediate and Advanced - What’s the difference?
We have a new detailed page for the Logiks General Intermediate test.
Logiks Intermediate is a test comprising three sections of four minutes each. Every section focuses on a different aspect of your cognitive ability.
Let’s see a sample question from our Cubiks preparation pack that simulates the Numerical section:
Example Question #1
The combined ages of a dog and his owner are 96 years in total. The owner is three times older than his dog. How old is the owner?
So, it might take a while at first to remember the basic math needed to solve this question, but after about a minute or so you get there. Right?
Well, that would be amazing… If it wasn’t timed. The truth is that on this section you only have four minutes to solve 16 of these! That’s 15 seconds for each question!
The thing about the Numerical section is that it is not based on pure math as it is on logic. As the name suggests, logic is what this test assesses in general. With the right exercise and a good Cubiks practice test, you’ll sharpen your ability to spot the patterns in these questions without calculating and writing formulas.
As a result, this will improve your decision making and reduce the stress that is usually involved when taking these tests without prior knowledge.
Logiks Advanced may come in two forms:
The General Advanced form is also given with three sections. But there’s a big difference - You’ll have more time to answer and fewer questions.
The catch? the questions are a lot harder and much less “Intuitive”.
Let’s see an example of an Advanced Numerical question from our preparation pack (you'll need a calculator for this one):
Example Question #2
*1 drive = £70 **£1 = 1.59 USD
If Spectra is to sell 5.7% more units in 2012 with a 12% increase in sale price and Arclight’s sales figures are to remain constant, how much more than Spectra will Arclight make, in US Dollars?
As you can see, this one requires a careful reading of the chart and less intuitive thinking (bear in mind that you'll have one minute to answer these questions). It might take some time to execute an accurate and quick solution to questions like these, but this becomes easier with practice.
The other form of Cubiks Advanced focuses on standalone sections. You’ll get 25 minutes to answer between 20 and 36 questions, depending on the subject (Numerical, Verbal or Abstract reasoning).
This is used by companies that want to assess only one aspect of your cognitive ability.
Here’s another sneak peek from our PrepPack™ of a Verbal question, brace yourself:
Example Question #3
Dada was an artistic and literary movement that originated in neutral Zurich, Switzerland in 1916 as a reaction to World War I and the ubiquitous nationalism that accompanied it, consisting of artists who rejected the logic, reason and aestheticism of modern Western society and traditional art by expressing nonsense, irrationality and anti-bourgeois protest in their work. The movement organized public gatherings and demonstrations and published art and literary journals to spread their anti-war, anti-art message. Dada was practised as the antithesis to traditional art—the focus on meticulously planned works of art shifted into incorporating chance into them, challenging artistic norms and questioning the role of the artist. The art techniques the movement used include collages, photomontages and cut-up techniques. Dada artists utilized readymade objects in their work, buying and presenting everyday items as art with only little manipulation. Using prefabricated objects encouraged the discourse of artistic creativity and the purpose of art in society. The Dada movement dissipated with the establishment of Surrealism, a movement that aspired to liberate thought, language, as well as human experience from the oppressive boundaries of rationalism and was influenced by the Freudian theories of the subconscious.
Which one of the following assumptions is definitely made in the passage?
A) Dada is known for its premeditated works of art.
B) Collages are considered a traditional method of art.
C) Surrealism is a more prominent movement compared to Dada.
D) Not all countries in Europe participated in World War I.
The correct answer is - (D)
Option (D) is the correct answer because it is stated in the passage that Dada originated in 'neutral Zurich, Switzerland', which means Switzerland did not take part in World War I.
Therefore, it can be inferred that not all countries in Europe participated in World War I.
Option (A) is incorrect because the passage states Dada was practiced as the antithesis to traditional art- it was based on chance, rather than meticulous planning.
Option (B) is incorrect because it cannot be assumed that collages are considered a traditional method of art.
Dada is stated in the passage as the antithesis to traditional art and as a movement that used collages as art techniques. Therefore, it is more likely to assume collages are not considered traditional methods of art.
Nevertheless, a definite assumption regarding the relationship between collages and traditional art cannot be made based on the passage.
Option (C) is incorrect because, even though it is mentioned in the passage that the Dada movement dissipated with the establishment of Surrealism.
It cannot be assumed it resulted from the prominence of Surrealism over the Dada movement.
In our study guides you’ll have tips on how to go extract the right data from academic type texts like these without having to read and understand them entirely. That way you can save time and make the test less stressful.
Now let’s talk about PAPI -
We also have a comprehensive page dedicated to the PAPI test
The Cubiks PAPI test, which stands for “Personality and Preference Inventory”, is an elaborate Personality test.
Even though Cubiks’ site states that there aren’t right and wrong answers, it is obviously not true.
The correct answers depend on your employee’s needs, and some job titles require different approaches. That is why it is critical to understand the test beforehand.
There are two main PAPI tests - PAPI N and PAPI I.
The PAPI N (and the shorter “Cubiks Factors” version) tests your answers on a 1-7 scale and then maps your personal profile based on your answers.
Let’s see an example from the Cubiks site:
Golden Tip - Imagine these situations depict you at work and not on your personal life. Some qualities are valued in the workplace and should be emphasized, while others should be avoided all-together. Would a suitable accountant seek constant change?
Inside our Cubiks pack, there are PAPI test simulators and thorough tips to help you understand how to approach this test. Understanding the logic behind the test is the best way to adjust your answers to any job you’re applying for and passing with ease.
Even though Cubiks tests aren't the hardest assessment tests in terms of question difficulty, their time limit and competitive nature turn them into a real challenge. Luckily, this is something you can work on with Cubiks practice tests.
There are three types:
There are many Logiks tests:
Logiks General Intermediate - 50 questions in 12 minutes.
Logiks General Advanced - 40 questions in 20 minutes.
Logiks Advanced Numerical - 20 questions in 25 minutes.
Logiks Advanced Verbal - 36 questions in 25 minutes.
Logiks Advanced Abstract - 30 questions in 15 minutes.
Many companies use Cubiks’ Services. Some prime examples are Danske Bank, Petronas, BT (British Telecom), EY (Ernst & Young), and Electrolux.
It is important to work on your abstract ability prior to taking the Cubiks assessment. In our Logiks page you'll find further information to help you to get ready to these kinds of questions. Afterwards, take Cubiks practice tests in order to master it.
Like in every psychometric test, there is a score for personality tests, and PAPI is no exemption. Get all the information available on the test before taking it. That's the best way of being sure you are better prepared than other candidates.