KPMG Number Sequence Examples: Assessment Guide
See how KPMG number sequence questions are typically approached, with practical examples and clear expectations for LTP and Harver assessments.
What to expect from KPMG number sequence practice
KPMG assessments may be sent through LTP or Harver (NOA), and number sequences can be part of the cognitive ability test. This page focuses on what that means in practice, using examples of the kinds of patterns you are expected to recognize.
The goal is not to memorize fixed question types. It is to understand how sequence rules usually work, so you can spot changes in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, skipped steps, or combinations of these under time pressure.
Because the exact content depends on the invitation email, use the examples here as a guide to the level of reasoning involved rather than as a prediction of the full assessment.
Try a sample question right away
This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
How pattern recognition usually works
Start by checking whether the numbers move by a constant step. If that does not fit, look for a repeating operation or a rule that alternates between two steps. Many sequences become clearer once you compare consecutive differences.
A second useful approach is to test whether the sequence is built from multiplication or division. In more complex examples, one rule may apply to the odd positions and another to the even positions, which is common in more advanced assessment practice.
When a sequence looks irregular, break it into smaller parts and look for structure. For example, a sequence can combine a simple arithmetic rule with a skip pattern or another layered operation.
Examples of the kind of reasoning involved
Simple arithmetic pattern
A series such as 3, 6, 9, 12 shows a clear constant increase. In practice, you would identify the repeated step and continue the same rule to find the next term.
Alternating operation
A sequence may switch between two actions, such as adding 2 and then multiplying by 2. The key is to notice the order of the operations rather than treating each jump as independent.
Layered numerical rule
Some examples combine more than one idea, such as a growth pattern followed by a skip in the counting. In those cases, careful comparison of the differences is usually more effective than guessing the next number directly.
Preparation tips for this module
Practice with a range of sequence styles so you become comfortable moving from simple rules to more complex ones. That helps you keep your approach steady when the assessment shifts difficulty.
- Check the differences between terms before looking for advanced patterns.
- Look for repeated operations or alternating steps.
- If the sequence feels unclear, test smaller parts of the rule first.
- Keep an eye on time so you can move on when a pattern is not quickly visible.
For KPMG specifically, it is useful to prepare alongside other common assessment components such as matrices, analogies, or numerical reasoning, since the invitation may include several types of tests.