Purpose: This test evaluates a person's ability to think in terms of two dimensions and to see how flat shapes fit together. It is appropriate for any job where the employee must be able to conceptualize how parts fit together, and it is often used in combination with the 3-D Reasoning Test.
When to use it: The Form Pattern Perception Test should be used to assess appropriateness for design work where the individual must visualize how shapes and patterns fit together to form a whole (e.g., architectural drawings, equipment design) as well as for jobs that require dismantling and re-assembly (e.g., machine setup, mechanical troubleshooting).
High Scorers: People scoring high on the Form Pattern Perception Test are better able to see how parts fit together, so they are quicker and more capable in accomplishing tasks.
Low Scorers: People scoring low on the Form Pattern Perception Test may not be able to perform the same tasks as high scorers. They may not be able to figure out the relationships of how objects fit together, so their efforts to do troubleshooting or design work may be exceedingly time-consuming. They often need assistance from other workers to complete their assignment.
Target Group: We recommend using this test for positions such as maintenance technician, mechanic, machine designer, architect, draftsman, CAD technicians, pattern designers, tool and die makers.
Number of items: 24
Time Limits: 7 minutes
Validity: On average, this test is significantly related r=.36** with productivity for maintenance technicians; r=.31** with overall performance ratings; r=26** with openness to new learning; r=.28** with skills competence.
Sample Items: A target figure is shown on the left with a set of five answer figures (A, B, C, D, E) on the right. In Example 1, some of the target figures are separate parts, so here the answer choices will be solid objects. In Example 2, the target figures is a solid part, so the answer choices are separate parts. The task is to determine which one of the answer figures are the correct match for the target figure.
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