Basic Ability Test Study Guide 2026
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📋 Basic Ability Test Exam Format at a Glance
📚 Basic Ability Test Topics to Study (61)
✍️ Sample Basic Ability Test Questions & Answers
1. What is the missing value? 6, 12, 24, 48, ___, 192
Each term doubles, so 48 × 2 = 96.
2. An email address is given as: jsmith.hr@globalcorp.net. Which version below is exactly identical?
Option D is a character-for-character match; options A, B, and C each alter the domain suffix, separator, or domain name.
3. A container filled to 3/4 of its capacity holds 60 gallons. What is the container's full capacity?
If 3/4 of capacity equals 60 gallons, then full capacity = 60 ÷ 0.75 = 80 gallons.
4. The ratio of apples to oranges in a basket is 3:5. If there are 24 apples, how many oranges are there?
If 3 parts = 24, then 1 part = 8; oranges = 5 × 8 = 40.
5. A table shows employee counts per year: 2020: 50, 2021: 60, 2022: 72. If growth continues at the same rate, what will the count be in 2023?
Growth rate = 20%: 50→60→72→72×1.2 = 86.4 ≈ 86.
6. What is the opposite of the word Pertinent?
The word 'pertinent' means relevant or applicable to a particular matter. Its opposite would describe something that is not relevant, appropriate, or fitting. 'Unsuitable' precisely conveys this meaning, indicating something that is not appropriate for a given situation or purpose.