Logical Reasoning Practice Test

Logical reasoning tests measure your ability to analyze arguments, identify patterns, and draw valid conclusions. This section also evaluates how well you can understand relationships between ideas and make sound judgments based on given statements or conditions.

Logical reasoning is not about memorization — it’s about thinking clearly and critically. It requires you to understand what is stated, what is implied, and what logically follows.

This online logical reasoning practice test is designed to help you strengthen your analytical and deductive thinking skills. It is comprised of 30 multiple-choice questions. Click the START QUIZ button below to begin the test, then choose the best answer among the given choices. Your answer will be marked immediately as correct (green) or incorrect (red).

What to Expect in Logical Reasoning Questions

You will encounter different forms of logic problems in the actual Civil Service Exam such as:

1. Syllogisms – Determine what conclusion logically follows from two or more statements.
   Example:
   • All teachers are professionals.
   • Some professionals are artists.
     → Therefore, some teachers are artists. (Is this valid or not?)
2. Conditional reasoning – Identify what happens if one condition triggers another.
   Example:
   If the meeting is canceled, then the manager sends an email. The manager didn’t send an email. What can we infer?
3. Sequence and arrangement – Organize people, events, or objects based on clues.
   Example:
   Five employees sit in a row. A sits left of B, and C is not beside A. Who sits in the middle?
4. Pattern and relationship analysis – Detect logical connections, order, or grouping.

Quick Tips for Solving Logical Reasoning Questions

1. Read the entire statement carefully.
   Logical reasoning questions often include small details that can change the meaning of the statement. Pay close attention to qualifying words like some, all, none, only, or if and only if.
2. Identify the type of reasoning used.
   • Deductive reasoning – drawing a conclusion that must be true if the premises are true.
   • Inductive reasoning – making a generalization based on patterns or observations.
   • Analytical reasoning – interpreting relationships or arrangements (like seating or order problems).
3. Look for cause-and-effect clues.
   Many logical arguments involve causality. Check if the conclusion truly follows the cause, or if it could be due to another reason.
4. Eliminate illogical options.
   If an option introduces new or unrelated information, or contradicts the premise, it’s likely incorrect. Stick to what can be directly supported by the given statements.
5. Watch out for extreme words.
   Answers using “always,” “never,” or “must” are often traps. Logical reasoning questions often have exceptions, so more moderate wording like “sometimes” or “may” might be correct.
6. Use diagrams or shorthand.
   For syllogisms, order problems, or sequence-type questions, draw quick notes or symbols. This helps you visualize the relationships and avoid confusion.
7. Practice time management.
   Logical reasoning questions can be tricky. Don’t spend too long on one item — mark it and come back later if needed.

Time Management Tips for the Actual Exam

Logical questions are great time consumers — they can eat up your minutes before you realize it. Here’s how to manage that:

• Don’t get stuck on one item.
  If a question takes longer than 2 minutes, mark it and move on. You can always return later if time allows.
• Answer the easy ones first.
  Build momentum by solving straightforward questions early. It boosts confidence and saves time for harder ones.
• Avoid overanalyzing.
  Many candidates second-guess themselves. Trust your initial logic if it clearly fits the premises.
• Keep an eye on the clock.
  Try to finish the Logical Reasoning part 5–10 minutes before the end of the exam. Use the remaining time to review skipped questions.
• Practice under timed conditions.
  When taking online quizzes, simulate exam pressure. Set a timer to train your pacing and focus.

Logical reasoning rewards clear thinking, not speed alone. Keep your mind calm, focus on relationships, and use elimination strategies. With regular practice, you’ll naturally answer faster and more accurately during the actual exam.