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Advice for Numerical Test

FedericoM

FedericoM

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Hi everyone,
a BB bank recently called me to complete a numerical test for an internship position.
I'd like to have some practical advice from you: (consider I am 19)
1) How could I prepare for the test? Which kind of questions will I have to answer?
2) From you experience, are many people asked to make such tests?
And, is it difficult to pass them?
3) Should I dress in a specifical way? (I mean: shirt and tie, only shirt, suit)
Seems a stupid question but you know: appearance matters in IB.
 
I dont know much but here are my two cents:
You can never go wrong with a suit. That being said - you want to feel like money - so wear what instils you with confidence (and even, maybe, just a bit - cockiness). For me , a slim fitting suit with a skinny tie does the job....
 
Unless you know about specifically desired skills, study the SAT math. If they already know your educational background, and the test is matched to it, it should not be especially difficult.
 
BTW, wouldn't universities accept tests other than GMAT,GRE (which are most common) ? I mean pure mathematics tests...Or the other writing,verbal skills are so essential?!
 
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