Pymetrics Games Flashcards

Which statement best describes how Pymetrics uses your game results?

Answer: They compare your trait profile to successful employees at the company

Pymetrics compares your cognitive and emotional trait profile to benchmarks built from top performers already in the role.

In the Tower of London task within Pymetrics, what is the PRIMARY cognitive skill being assessed?

Answer: Planning and problem-solving ahead of time

The Tower of London game requires planning several moves ahead to move pegs efficiently, measuring executive planning ability.

In Pymetrics' Keypress Task, you tap a key as fast as possible for a set time. What trait does sustained fast tapping primarily reflect?

Answer: Motivation and sustained effort/energy

The Keypress Task measures drive and effort by recording how energetically and consistently you press the key throughout the task.

A candidate tries to 'game' Pymetrics by always choosing maximum risk in every game. What is the most likely outcome?

Answer: Their profile appears inconsistent or extreme, likely hurting their match

Pymetrics measures trait profiles, not raw performance; extreme or inconsistent behavior produces an unnatural profile that rarely matches any role's benchmark.

Which Pymetrics game requires you to sort cards based on a rule that changes without being told?

Answer: Card Sort Task

The Card Sort Task measures cognitive flexibility by requiring you to detect and adapt to shifting sorting rules without explicit instruction.

In Pymetrics' Lengths Game, you estimate which of two lines is longer. What cognitive trait is this designed to measure?

Answer: Attention to fairness and precision

The Lengths Game assesses attention to detail and precision by measuring how accurately you perceive subtle differences in length.

Does Pymetrics allow candidates to retake the games immediately if they are unsatisfied with their first attempt?

Answer: No, but results are shared across multiple employers unless the candidate opts out

Pymetrics results are stored and can be shared with other employers using Pymetrics (with consent), avoiding the need to retake for every application.