ABN AMRO Exclusion Assessment Explained
By the TestPrep editorial team · Updated
ABN AMRO Exclusion Assessment Guide
The Exclusion module is part of the assessment preparation used for ABN AMRO candidates who receive an invitation for an online test through Cubiks or Harver. It focuses on abstract reasoning and asks you to identify the shape that does not fit a pattern.
This guide explains the module in practical terms so you can understand the task, the rules behind it, and the kind of thinking it requires. That makes it easier to prepare with a clear checklist rather than trying to guess what the test will look like.
ABN AMRO may combine this module with other cognitive ability tests and, in some cases, additional personality or behavioral assessments. The details are usually shared in the invitation email, so it is important to check that message carefully before you start.
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What the module expects from you
In each item, four out of five shapes follow the same rule. The rule may relate to number, shape, size, position, fill, lines, or angles. Your task is to compare the options and exclude the one that breaks the pattern.
The module rewards a steady, methodical approach. Instead of reacting to the most obvious visual difference, you need to inspect each feature and look for the common logic across the set. That process of elimination is the core skill being tested.
Because the questions are time-sensitive, it helps to practice identifying patterns quickly. Repeated exposure to the format can make it easier to notice the shared rule and move on without overthinking one item for too long.
Where this module fits in the ABN AMRO process
ABN AMRO uses assessment platforms such as Cubiks (Talogy) and Harver (NOA), and the invitation email tells you which parts are relevant. The Exclusion module may appear alongside other cognitive tests, including number sequences, figure sequences, numerical reasoning, and analogies.
This means preparation should be focused but flexible. If your invitation mentions a Cubiks or Harver assessment, the best first step is to review the email, confirm the test components, and match your practice to the modules named there.
The module is also useful for applicants preparing for similar abstract reasoning tests in other selection processes. The underlying skill is the same: compare several elements, identify the shared structure, and isolate the one shape that does not belong.
A practical way to prepare
Start by working through a few practice items slowly and naming the rule before choosing an answer. This helps you train the habit of checking several features instead of focusing on only one visual detail.
Next, review any mistakes and note which type of rule caused trouble. Some questions depend on position or line direction, while others rely on size, fill, or angle. Tracking these patterns can make your practice more efficient.
As you gain confidence, move to timed practice so your pace matches the real assessment environment. The goal is not only to understand the logic, but also to apply it consistently under pressure.