KPMG Numerical Understanding Preparation Guide
Prepare for KPMG numerical understanding with a calm, focused plan. Learn what to prioritize first and how to use tables and graphs effectively.
Start with the essentials
Prepare for the KPMG assessment by focusing first on the numerical understanding tasks that rely on tables, graphs, and straightforward calculations. The aim is to become familiar with the format before you move on to speed and accuracy under time pressure.
KPMG assessments may be delivered through LTP or Harver (NOA), and the exact content depends on the invitation email. That makes it sensible to begin with the components that are most likely to recur, rather than spreading your time too widely.
Try a sample question right away
This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
Annual Festival Statistics in the Netherlands (2024)
| Statistics | New-Amsterdam | LowLands | SouthLands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (thousands) | 2835 | 1363 | 3723 |
| Visitors (thousands) | 420 | 155 | 390 |
| Artists: Regular visitors (%) | 45:55 | 28:72 | 60:40 |
| Revenue (in millions of euros) | 85 | 27,5 | 92 |
| Tickets sold (thousands) | 6210 | 1245 | 5980 |
| Festival grounds (km²) | 32,4 | 15,8 | 41,2 |
| Drinks sold (thousands) | 3900 | 1120 | 4200 |
| Number of stages | 145 | 55 | 178 |
(1) Average ticket price: €15.50. (2) Each visitor buys an average of 14.8 drinks. (3) There are an average of 3 stages per square kilometer of festival grounds.
What to practice first
Build a steady base
Start with questions where the answer can be read directly from the data. This helps you settle into the module format and spot how information is presented before you add more calculation-heavy items.
- Read tables and graphs carefully before calculating.
- Use paper and a calculator to avoid simple mistakes.
- Check the units, totals, and time periods in each item.
After that, move to questions that require one or more steps. Practicing in this order keeps the work manageable and helps you build confidence with the type of reasoning this module expects.
Keep your preparation practical
A focused approach is usually better than trying to cover every possible assessment topic at once. For this KPMG bundle, the numerical module sits alongside other common cognitive tasks, so it helps to keep your preparation specific to the invitation you received.
Use short practice sessions to train accuracy first, then pace. That way you learn how to process information carefully without rushing past details that can change the answer.
- Practice with graphs, tables, and short data sets.
- Review your mistakes and note where the calculation went off track.
- Check your email regularly for the assessment provider’s instructions.
How the module fits the KPMG assessment
The KPMG package is designed for assessments delivered via LTP or Harver (NOA), which may combine cognitive tests with additional questionnaires or exercises. Numerical understanding is one part of that broader process, so preparation is most effective when it stays aligned with the module shown in your invitation.
This page supports preparation for the numerical understanding category specifically, where the focus is on working with data presented in tables or graphs and reaching one correct answer. A careful, methodical approach is usually the best place to begin.
If your invitation mentions other components, use that information to decide what to practice next. The most efficient preparation starts with the modules you are most likely to face, then expands only where needed.