Part 1 MIFOTRA Psychometric Practice Questions and Answers

 

Part 1 MIFOTRA Psychometric Practice Questions and Answers 

Headline: Ace Your Assessment: 50 Essential Practice Questions for Public Service Roles

Are you preparing for your upcoming MIFOTRA assessment? Many candidates find the psychometric portion of the exam to be the most unpredictable, as it moves beyond simple facts and into the territory of behavioral ethics and logical sequences. This guide breaks down 50 of the most frequently asked questions, ranging from team collaboration strategies to pattern recognition. Mastering these examples will help you internalize the core values of integrity and efficiency that the Ministry looks for in every successful applicant.

Understanding the mindset of the public service is the first step to success. This post provides the first 50 questions from the common psychometric question bank, covering situational judgment and basic logic.

1. During a team meeting, a member proposes a new approach that deviates from the plan. What's your response?

A. Listen to the proposal and assess its potential benefits and drawbacks

B. Dismiss the proposal and insist on sticking to the original plan

C. Postpone the discussion to a later meeting

D. Immediately implement the proposed approach without further discussion

Correct Answer: A

2. What is the next shape in the sequence: Circle, Square, Triangle, Pentagon, ?

A. Decagon

B. Octagon

C. Hexagon

D. Heptagon

Correct Answer: C

3. Your team is struggling to meet deadlines consistently. What action should you take?

A. Blame individual team members for the delays

B. Lower the project's expectations to match the team's pace

C. Identify the root cause of the problem and implement solutions

D. Ignore the issue and hope it resolves itself

Correct Answer: C

4. You are leading a project that requires input from multiple departments. How do you ensure collaboration?

A. Ignore input from other departments

B. Dictate tasks without considering their input

C. Exclude departments not directly involved

D. Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure everyone is aligned

Correct Answer: D

5. Marketing materials fail to arrive on time for a product launch. What's your immediate action?

A. Cancel the event

B. Proceed without materials

C. Blame the printing company

D. Contact the printing company to expedite delivery

Correct Answer: D

6. Which of the following is an example of creative thinking?

A. Following established procedures

B. Sticking to conventional methods

C. Coming up with a novel solution to a problem

D. Avoiding risks

Correct Answer: C

7. A member finishes tasks early but sacrifices quality. How do you address this?

A. Reward them for efficiency

B. Ignore it as long as tasks are on time

C. Punish the member

D. Have a conversation about balancing speed and quality

Correct Answer: D

8. A client is frustrated with slow progress. How do you respond?

A. Ignore the email

B. Reply defensively

C. Blame external factors

D. Acknowledge concerns, apologize, and provide an updated timeline

Correct Answer: D

9. A project faces unexpected delays. What's your approach?

A. Inform stakeholders and seek input

B. Take no action

C. Identify the cause and develop a plan to mitigate them

D. Ignore the delays

Correct Answer: C

 

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10. Which of the following is NOT a step in the decision-making process?

A. Evaluating options

B. Ignoring alternatives

C. Identifying options

D. Implementing the decision

Correct Answer: B

11. How can you ensure a project stays within a fixed budget and timeline?

A. Increase the budget as needed

B. Monitor expenses and progress regularly

C. Reduce scope without consultation

D. Focus only on quality

Correct Answer: B

12. A team member's internet is unstable during a virtual meeting. How do you handle it?

A. End meeting early

B. Ignore disruptions

C. Pause briefly to allow them to fix the connection

D. Publicly criticize the member

Correct Answer: C

13. A colleague makes a mistake that affects the project. What's your response?

A. Conceal the mistake

B. Blame and escalate immediately

C. Ignore the mistake

D. Address it constructively and offer assistance

Correct Answer: D

14. If a printer prints 10 pages per minute, how many can it print in 30 minutes?

A. 300

B. 150

C. 30

D. 10

Correct Answer: A

15. Requirements change, requiring overtime. How do you handle this?

A. Communicate the change and discuss solutions

B. Cancel plans

C. Ignore the change

D. Force overtime without explanation

Correct Answer: A

16. A colleague sends a report with errors. How do you respond?

A. Ignore errors

B. Respond sarcastically

C. Politely point out errors and request corrections

D. Forward to someone else

Correct Answer: C

17. Effective problem solvers are skilled at ________ solutions systematically.

A. Iterating

B. Abandoning

C. Rejecting

D. Forfeiting

Correct Answer: A

18. Operational problem-solving requires constant adaptation.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

19. Identifying and addressing root causes of low productivity improves performance.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

 

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20. Operational roles rarely involve time-sensitive tasks.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: B

21. Taking regular breaks is detrimental to time management.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: B

22. Delegating a task is an effective way of mitigating personal risk.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

23. All squares are rectangles.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

24. Which is a characteristic of a resilient organization?

A. Adaptability to changing circumstances

B. Blaming culture

C. Rigidity

D. Avoiding challenges

Correct Answer: A

25. When a key resource becomes unavailable, you should:

A. Find an alternative resource or solution

B. Delay the project

C. Ignore the absence

D. Cancel the project

Correct Answer: A

26. A colleague struggles with work-life balance. How do you use active listening?

A. Listen attentively and express empathy

B. Dismiss concerns

C. Change topic

D. Tell them to separate work and life

Correct Answer: A

27. How do you prioritize tasks in an operational role?

A. Delegate all

B. Evaluate urgency and impact

C. Choose by preference

D. Handle randomly

Correct Answer: B

28. A team member asks for more training. How do you respond?

A. Promise but never follow through

B. Support request and arrange training

C. Blame them for poor skills

D. Reject request

Correct Answer: B

29. Which is a characteristic of a learning organization?

A. Resisting change

B. Encouraging continuous learning

C. Static processes

D. Blaming culture

Correct Answer: B

 

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30. A crucial member resigns. What do you do?

A. Ignore it

B. Discuss replacement options with management

C. Celebrate

D. Blame management

Correct Answer: B

31. A member dislikes a project plan. How do you respond?

A. Ignore input

B. Dismiss concerns

C. Listen actively and ask for examples

D. Defend plan immediately

Correct Answer: C

32. A member requests an extension due to obstacles. What do you do?

A. Deny request

B. Reduce scope

C. Grant automatically

D. Discuss alternatives with team

Correct Answer: D

33. Equipment malfunction delays production. Your first action?

A. Blame maintenance

B. Continue production

C. Wait

D. Coordinate with maintenance to fix it

Correct Answer: D

34. You see conflicting book reviews. Best approach?

A. Avoid deciding

B. Identify potential biases and evaluate objectively

C. Accept one opinion

D. Choose the strongest argument

Correct Answer: B

35. When leadership changes suddenly, you should:

A. Ignore the leader

B. Adapt and offer support

C. Request transfer

D. Resist change

Correct Answer: B

36. How do you show active listening during a presentation?

A. Talk over presenter

B. Interrupt with criticism

C. Listen, take notes, and ask questions

D. Ignore

Correct Answer: C

37. Which describes effective email management?

A. Ignore emails

B. Don't use email

C. Multitask while reading

D. Check emails at scheduled times

Correct Answer: D

38. Project faces unexpected obstacles. What do you do?

A. Blame individuals

B. Ignore obstacles

C. Brainstorm solutions and adapt plan

D. Abandon project

Correct Answer: C

39. What is the purpose of stakeholder analysis?

A. Ignore stakeholders

B. Focus only on internal ones

C. Avoid communication

D. Identify and prioritize interests

Correct Answer: D 

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40. Time tracking tools help identify time-wasting activities.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

41. Low-priority tasks should be delegated or deferred.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: A

42. Gravity does not keep us grounded on Earth.

A. True

B. False

Correct Answer: B

43. Regulations change. You conduct a(n) ___ to ensure compliance.

A. Process audit

B. Employee survey

C. Environmental impact assessment

D. Financial audit

Correct Answer: C

44. Choosing between two fitness programs requires:

A. Evaluating evidence objectively

B. Defending one option

C. Ignoring alternatives

D. Seeking quick consensus

Correct Answer: A

45. If a deadline is moved forward unexpectedly:

A. Inform stakeholders and renegotiate

B. Delegate and hope

C. Ignore change

D. Work extra hours silently

Correct Answer: A

46. Disagreeing with feedback—how do you listen?

A. Listen, ask clarifying questions, respond respectfully

B. Agree to avoid conflict

C. Dismiss feedback

D. Interrupt

Correct Answer: A

47. Why avoid overloading your schedule?

A. Eliminates prioritization

B. Reduces stress and burnout

C. Guarantees completion

D. Creates free time

Correct Answer: B

48. A supplier delays delivery. What do you do?

A. Increase orders

B. Ignore issue

C. Terminate immediately

D. Contact supplier and explore alternatives

Correct Answer: D

49. Which defines a high-performance team?

A. Effective collaboration and communication

B. Blame culture

C. Minimal diversity

D. Internal competition

Correct Answer: A

50. Preferred communication method is unavailable. What do you do?

A. Use unofficial channels

B. Use backup channels

C. Avoid communication

D. Wait

Correct Answer: B

 

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