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Figure matrix: Top-left is a triangle with a dot outside it. Top-right is the same triangle with the dot inside it. Bottom-left is a square with a dot outside it. Which figure completes the matrix?

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Key Facts: CogAT Nonverbal Exam

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CogAT batteries

Riverside Insights

3 subtests

Matrices, paper folding, classification

Riverside Insights

No universal pass/fail

Scoring use

Riverside Insights

CogAT Nonverbal practice should build spatial and pattern reasoning with original, text-described items in this question bank. Official operational CogAT items are secure and should not be copied.

Sample CogAT Nonverbal Practice Questions

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1Figure matrix: Top-left is a small circle. Top-right is the same circle enlarged. Bottom-left is a small square. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.large square
B.small square
C.large circle
D.small triangle
Explanation: The rule from left to right is to keep the same shape but make it larger. Applying that rule to the small square gives a large square.
2Figure matrix: Top-left is an empty triangle. Top-right is the same triangle shaded black. Bottom-left is an empty diamond. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.empty diamond
B.black diamond
C.black triangle
D.empty circle
Explanation: Across the row, the shape stays the same and changes from empty to black. The empty diamond should become a black diamond.
3Figure matrix: Top-left is a circle with one dot. Top-right is the same circle with two dots. Bottom-left is a square with three dots. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.square with two dots
B.circle with four dots
C.square with four dots
D.triangle with four dots
Explanation: The row rule adds one dot while keeping the outer shape. A square with three dots becomes a square with four dots.
4Figure matrix: Top-left is an arrow pointing up. Top-right is the same arrow turned 90 degrees clockwise. Bottom-left is an arrow pointing down. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.arrow pointing up
B.arrow pointing right
C.arrow pointing left
D.arrow pointing down
Explanation: The top arrow turns 90 degrees clockwise from up to right. Turning a down arrow 90 degrees clockwise makes it point left.
5Figure matrix: Top-left is a triangle with a dot outside it. Top-right is the same triangle with the dot inside it. Bottom-left is a square with a dot outside it. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.square with dot outside
B.triangle with dot inside
C.square with dot inside
D.circle with dot inside
Explanation: The relationship moves the dot from outside the shape to inside the same shape. The square should keep its shape and move the dot inside.
6Figure matrix: Top-left has one small star. Top-right has two small stars side by side. Bottom-left has one small heart. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.two small hearts side by side
B.one small heart
C.two small stars side by side
D.one large heart
Explanation: Across the row, one symbol becomes two copies of the same symbol. One heart should become two hearts side by side.
7Figure matrix: Top-left is a square with a vertical line inside. Top-right is the same square with a horizontal line inside. Bottom-left is a circle with a vertical line inside. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.circle with vertical line
B.square with horizontal line
C.circle with horizontal line
D.circle with diagonal line
Explanation: The outer shape stays the same while the inside line changes from vertical to horizontal. The circle should contain a horizontal line.
8Figure matrix: Top-left is a small black circle. Top-right is a large white circle. Bottom-left is a small black triangle. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.large black triangle
B.small white triangle
C.large white triangle
D.large white circle
Explanation: Across the row, the figure becomes larger and changes from black to white while keeping its shape. The triangle should become large and white.
9Figure matrix: Top-left is a rectangle with a dot on the left side. Top-right is the same rectangle with the dot on the right side. Bottom-left is an oval with a dot on the left side. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.oval with dot on right side
B.oval with dot on left side
C.rectangle with dot on right side
D.oval with dot at top
Explanation: The dot reflects from left to right while the outer shape stays the same. Applying that to the oval places the dot on the right side.
10Figure matrix: Top-left is a triangle above a circle. Top-right is a circle above a triangle. Bottom-left is a square above a diamond. Which figure completes the matrix?
A.square above diamond
B.diamond above square
C.circle above triangle
D.diamond beside square
Explanation: Across the row, the two parts switch vertical positions. A square above a diamond becomes a diamond above a square.

About the CogAT Nonverbal Exam

The CogAT Nonverbal Battery measures reasoning with shapes, spatial relationships, transformations, and figure categories. It is one of the three CogAT batteries used to describe student reasoning strengths for instructional planning and gifted/talented decisions.

Assessment

Nonverbal reasoning battery with figure matrices, paper folding, figure classification, and related spatial pattern reasoning.

Time Limit

Varies by CogAT form, level, and administration plan

Passing Score

No universal pass/fail score; schools use local norms, cut scores, and multiple measures

Exam Fee

School-administered; access and cost vary by school, district, or testing provider (Riverside Insights; administered by schools, districts, and approved testing providers)

CogAT Nonverbal Exam Content Outline

Core nonverbal subtest

Figure Matrices

Shape changes, shading changes, count changes, rotation, reflection, and matrix completion.

Core nonverbal subtest

Paper Folding

Fold direction, hole placement, symmetry, and final unfolded patterns.

Core nonverbal subtest

Figure Classification

Shared visual attributes, shape families, position rules, and selecting a matching figure.

How to Pass the CogAT Nonverbal Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: No universal pass/fail score; schools use local norms, cut scores, and multiple measures
  • Assessment: Nonverbal reasoning battery with figure matrices, paper folding, figure classification, and related spatial pattern reasoning.
  • Time limit: Varies by CogAT form, level, and administration plan
  • Exam fee: School-administered; access and cost vary by school, district, or testing provider

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CogAT Nonverbal Study Tips from Top Performers

1Name each visual change: shape, size, count, shading, rotation, and position.
2For matrices, compare rows and columns separately before choosing.
3For paper folding, track every folded layer and mirror the hole when unfolding.
4For classification, state the common rule and reject choices that match only one feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on the CogAT Nonverbal Battery?

Public Riverside descriptions identify figure matrices, paper folding, and figure classification.

Does CogAT Nonverbal require reading?

The operational battery relies heavily on figure-based reasoning. This practice bank uses text descriptions so the site can deliver original multiple-choice items without copying protected graphics.

Are these official CogAT nonverbal items?

No. These are original practice questions aligned to public CogAT nonverbal subtest descriptions.