Psychometric tests were traditionally paper-based, but these days you are much more likely to take a computerised version.

Paper-based tests often come as a booklet with a separate answer sheet. The answer sheet usually has printed boxes and you mark your answer to each question by indicating or ticking the relevant box. Like all tests of this nature, there will always be an invigilator present to administer instructions.

Computerised tests come in many different formats. You will be given instructions either by an administrator or on the screen itself. Sometimes, the test may be administered entirely by the computer and you are required to familiarise yourself with the rubric before starting in your own time. You usually indicate your answers by clicking on an answer option using the mouse.

Here is a free practice with a short version of the three types - verbal, numerical and abstract: Profiling for Success - practice tests