- CLGA (Logiks General Intermediate) has exactly 3 domains: 24 Verbal, 16 Numerical, and 10 Abstract questions.
- Each domain is separately timed at four minutes, so 50 questions total run in 12 minutes.
- Talogy also offers a Logiks General (Advanced) version with 30 questions in 20 minutes.
- Because it draws from an item bank, no two candidates see an identical CLGA form.
CLGA Exam Structure Overview
The Cubiks Logiks General Assessment (CLGA), published by Talogy, is an employer-administered online cognitive ability test rather than a renewable professional credential. Employers deploy it during hiring pipelines to screen candidates on reasoning ability, and this site focuses on the version most job seekers encounter: Logiks General (Intermediate).
Logiks General (Intermediate) is built from exactly three content areas, each tested in its own strictly timed block. There are 50 questions total, completed in 12 minutes, split as follows:
- Domain 1 - Verbal: 24 questions, 4 minutes
- Domain 2 - Numerical: 16 questions, 4 minutes
- Domain 3 - Abstract: 10 questions, 4 minutes
Understanding this breakdown before test day matters more for the CLGA than for many other assessments, because each section locks independently - you cannot borrow time from Numerical to finish Verbal, or vice versa. If you want a broader introduction to the assessment before diving into domain mechanics, start with What Is CLGA? or the more detailed CLGA Certification overview.
Domain 1: Verbal
Verbal Reasoning (24 questions, 4 minutes)
Verbal is the largest domain on the CLGA by question count, which makes it the section where incremental accuracy gains move your overall result the most. Questions typically present a short passage or statement and ask you to evaluate whether a proposed conclusion is true, false, or cannot be determined from the given information.
- Practice reading dense, unfamiliar passages quickly without losing comprehension
- Train yourself to separate "true in the real world" from "true based only on the passage"
- Get comfortable selecting "cannot say" when the passage genuinely doesn't confirm or deny a statement
- Expect roughly 10 seconds per item on average, so build a rapid first-pass reading habit
Because Verbal carries the heaviest question load of any CLGA domain, it's worth prioritizing in your prep timeline. For question-style specifics and pass benchmarks tied to this domain, see the CLGA Passing Score breakdown and the companion CLGA Study Guide.
Domain 2: Numerical
Numerical Reasoning (16 questions, 4 minutes)
The Numerical domain sits in the middle in both question count and typical time pressure. Questions draw on data presented in tables, charts, or short numeric statements, and ask you to interpret, calculate, or compare values.
- Practice quick mental arithmetic - ratios, percentages, and basic proportion problems come up often
- Get fast at reading tables and charts under time pressure rather than solving from scratch every time
- Watch for questions that test data interpretation rather than pure computation
- Budget close to 15 seconds per item, since 16 questions in 4 minutes leaves less slack than Verbal
Domain 3: Abstract
Abstract Reasoning (10 questions, 4 minutes)
Abstract is the shortest domain by question count, but each item tends to demand careful visual pattern analysis. Expect sequences of shapes, grids, or matrices where you must identify the underlying rule and select the figure that logically continues or completes the pattern.
- Look for changes in shape, rotation, shading, size, and quantity - often more than one rule applies at once
- Practice matrix-style and sequence-style pattern items separately, since they test slightly different visual logic
- With only 10 questions and 4 minutes, you have more time per item here than in Numerical or Verbal - use it to double-check rather than rush
Because Abstract has the fewest questions, a single careless error costs proportionally more of this domain's total score than a missed item in Verbal would cost that domain. For a full picture of how difficulty differs across all three sections, read How Hard Is the CLGA Exam?
Logiks General Intermediate vs. Advanced
Talogy also publishes a Logiks General (Advanced) form. Candidates preparing for the CLGA should know which version their employer is administering, since the formats differ meaningfully in length and pacing.
| Feature | Logiks General (Intermediate) | Logiks General (Advanced) |
|---|---|---|
| Total questions | 50 | 30 |
| Total time | 12 minutes | 20 minutes |
| Domains tested | Verbal, Numerical, Abstract (separately timed, 4 min each) | Same three domains, different timing structure |
| Typical use case | Standard entry/mid-level screening | Roles requiring deeper reasoning assessment |
This guide is built around Logiks General (Intermediate), since it's the version most candidates encounter and the one this site's practice materials on the main CLGA practice test platform are calibrated to.
Timing, Format, and Item Banks
A detail that surprises many first-time candidates: Talogy delivers Logiks from an item bank, meaning the specific questions you see are drawn from a larger pool and vary between assessment forms. Two candidates sitting the CLGA on the same day will very likely see different Verbal passages, different Numerical tables, and different Abstract sequences - even though the domain structure (24/16/10, four minutes each) stays fixed.
Talogy also offers Logiks in multiple languages, so if you're being assessed outside your first language, confirm which language version your employer has scheduled well before test day.
Key Takeaway
Because questions rotate from an item bank, memorizing specific answers from shared "brain dump" question lists is a wasted strategy. Focus instead on mastering the underlying reasoning patterns within each of the three domains.
For logistics like scheduling windows and what to expect once your employer sends an invitation, see CLGA Exam Dates 2026 and CLGA Requirements.
Scheduling Your Prep Around the Three Domains
Because the CLGA has only three domains and a hard 12-minute ceiling, your preparation time is better spent going deep on each section's reasoning pattern than spreading thin across generic test-taking tricks. A simple way to structure a short prep window is to dedicate blocks to each domain in proportion to its question count and difficulty profile.
Verbal Foundations
- Drill true/false/cannot-say passage logic daily, since Verbal carries the most questions
- Time yourself at roughly 10 seconds per item to build pace
Numerical Speed
- Practice table and chart interpretation under a strict 4-minute block
- Sharpen mental math for percentages and ratios
Abstract Patterns
- Work matrix and sequence pattern sets, focusing on multi-rule changes
- Since this domain has only 10 questions, prioritize accuracy over raw speed
Full Simulation
- Run complete 12-minute timed practice sessions covering all three domains back to back
- Review errors by domain to see where pacing still breaks down
For a more detailed week-by-week methodology and a condensed reference sheet you can review the night before, check the CLGA Study Guide and the CLGA Cheat Sheet.
Who Actually Sees These Domains
Since the CLGA is employer-administered rather than something candidates register for independently, you'll typically encounter it as one step in an application process rather than as a certification you pursue on your own. Employers use Logiks General assessments to gauge general cognitive reasoning ability, so the three domains - Verbal, Numerical, and Abstract - are meant to reflect broad problem-solving capacity rather than role-specific technical knowledge.
If you're weighing how much preparation time this assessment deserves relative to other parts of your job search, it helps to look at the bigger picture: read Is the CLGA Certification Worth It? and browse CLGA Jobs for context on where this assessment tends to appear in hiring pipelines. For cost-related logistics, see CLGA Certification Cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Three: Verbal, Numerical, and Abstract. On Logiks General (Intermediate), they contain 24, 16, and 10 questions respectively, for 50 questions total in 12 minutes.
Yes. Each of the three domains has its own four-minute timer, so time cannot be shifted from one section to another.
Verbal, with 24 questions, making it the largest single domain on the assessment.
No. Talogy draws questions from an item bank, so specific items vary between assessment forms even though the domain structure stays the same.
Yes. Talogy also offers Logiks General (Advanced), which has 30 questions in 20 minutes, alongside the 50-question, 12-minute Intermediate version covered in this guide.