Example 1: Spot the alternating rule
Numerical reasoning
Which number comes next in the sequence?
7, 11, 20, 24, 33, 37, ?
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PI Cognitive practice
Practice numerical, verbal and abstract reasoning in short drills. Then try the full 50-question, 12-minute simulation.
Short drills, full tests and worked reviews. One PI Cognitive pass covers all replays and full tests.
Which figure comes next? Track the moving square and its fill.
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Which number comes next in the sequence?
7, 11, 20, 24, 33, 37, ?
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Numerical reasoning drill
Practice number patterns, quantities and word problems.
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View drillATTENUATE is to INTENSITY as…
AMPLIFY is to SOUND
REVISE is to ACCURACY
ABRIDGE is to LENGTH
REHEARSE is to FLUENCY
COMPARE is to SIMILARITY
Verbal reasoning drill
Practice word relationships and logical conclusions.
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View drillWhich figure comes next? Track the moving square and its fill.
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Abstract reasoning drill
Practice figure sequences, analogies and shared visual rules.
10 questions · No time limitSign in to check access
View drillWhich number comes next in the sequence?
7, 11, 20, 24, 33, 37, ?
41
42
44
46
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Mixed reasoning drill
A shorter mix of numerical, verbal and abstract reasoning, with explanations after you finish.
20 questions · No time limitSign in to check access
View drillWhich figure comes next? Track the moving square and its fill.
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Full timed practice test
All three reasoning skills on one clock. Review and change answers before finishing; explanations appear at the end.
50 questions · 12 minutesAssessment pass
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Numerical, verbal, and abstract reasoning
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Our questions include deliberately demanding stretch items. Difficulty labels describe our design; the practice is not equated to the official assessment. For the actual test, follow your invitation’s timing, equipment, and accommodation instructions.
Six example questions with worked answers
Choose an answer in each original example to see its explanation. No account is needed for these examples. They cover different methods; they are separate from the scored practice pool and are not official PI questions.
Example 2: Keep the units straight
Numerical reasoning
Six equally productive workers process 72 orders in 3 hours. A new system increases each worker’s hourly output by 30%. At that constant new rate, how many orders can four workers process in 2.5 hours?
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Example 3: Match the relationship
Verbal reasoning
ATTENUATE is to INTENSITY as…
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Example 4: Separate possibility from certainty
Verbal reasoning
Assume the statements are true. Is the conclusion true, false, or impossible to determine from the information given?
Every archived invoice has been checked.
No checked invoice is provisional.
Some provisional invoices are urgent.
Conclusion: No urgent invoices have been archived.
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Example 5: Track two changes at once
Abstract reasoning
Which figure comes next? Track the moving square and its fill.
Sequence, from left to right
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Choose an answer to check it.
Example 6: Find the shared structure
Abstract reasoning
Which option has the same pattern of repeated shapes as both examples?
Examples
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For the publisher’s own familiarisation experience, try the official PI Cognitive sample: 20 questions in 4 minutes 48 seconds. It is a separate sample, not the full assessment.
Which employers use PI Cognitive?
Employer use varies by role and hiring process. These examples explicitly identify cognitive assessment use; a generic mention of “Predictive Index” could refer to its separate Behavioral Assessment.
Emma
Emma lists PI Cognitive after an introductory interview for general roles. Its internship process may include cognitive and/or behavioral assessment; senior leadership lists both. These details do not establish the same requirement for every Emma role.
Its page mentions 15 minutes in places, unlike PI’s standard 12-minute format. Confirm the timing in your actual invitation.
Emma’s hiring processBain Capital
The 2027 North America Private Equity Analyst/Associate posting specifies both assessments before interview consideration: Behavioral first, then a separate invitation for the 12-minute Cognitive Assessment.
This evidence concerns that program at Bain Capital, which is a different organization from Bain & Company.
Bain Capital’s program postingCapacity Pod
Its published hiring sequence moves from profile submission to PI Cognitive and Behavioral assessments, then an English assessment and an interview. Use the specific role and invitation to confirm what applies to your application.
Capacity Pod’s careers pageInter IKEA’s recruitment policy also describes PI cognitive assessment data. That confirms use in its recruitment context, not a requirement for every IKEA role or company. Employer sources checked September 2026.
How to approach the questions
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Learn the recurring methods
Practice mental arithmetic, comparison, word relationships, logical conclusions, and visual patterns. Use each explanation to name the rule you needed.
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Rehearse moving on
A difficult question can consume time you could use elsewhere. Use a timed sitting to practice leaving an item and returning if time remains.
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Review accuracy alongside pace
Check which domains produced errors and which questions you did not reach. Use untimed practice to resolve the reasoning before another timed sitting.
PI Cognitive practice questions
Is PI Cognitive the same as the PI Behavioral Assessment?
No. This practice develops numerical, verbal, and abstract reasoning for PI Cognitive. The Behavioral Assessment concerns workplace behavior and is a separate assessment. Check which assessment your invitation names; an employer may use one or both.
Is the practice free, and do I need an account?
The six examples on this page are free without an account. Short drills have independent free attempts when included in your account’s access. One PI Cognitive pass covers all drill replays and full timed tests. Saved scores and explanations remain free to view.
How difficult are these practice questions?
Our original questions mix foundation, standard, and stretch items. The stretch questions deliberately ask more of your reasoning, but these are editorial labels, not calibrated equivalents of official PI difficulty. Start untimed to understand the methods, then use a timed sitting to practice deciding where to spend your time.
Can I practice with extra time?
Yes. Our 50-question practice has 12-, 18-, and 24-minute settings, alongside a 20-question untimed mode. Choose extended-time practice if it matches your approved assessment arrangements, or use it as a learning step. Selecting extra time here does not arrange an accommodation with your employer; confirm your actual conditions before starting their assessment.
Can I go back to a question or leave it unanswered?
Our practice shows five questions per page and lets you revisit pages and change answers before finishing. You can leave questions unanswered. In timed modes the clock keeps running, including when you leave the tab, and the sitting ends when time runs out. Follow the instructions provided with your real assessment.
Can my practice score tell me whether I will pass?
No. We show how many of our questions you answered correctly, your domain breakdown, and your worked review. We do not convert that result into an official PI score or percentile, or predict a hiring decision. Different modes, question sets, and familiarity with repeated questions can affect your practice result.
PI Cognitive practice tests
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