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Ability Areas

Learn about the most important abilities for Mathematical Technicians. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each ability.

Importance*More Info
1.Number Facility100
Mathematical Reasoning100
3.Deductive Reasoning75
4.Oral Expression60
5.Oral Comprehension55
6.Near Vision50
Problem Sensitivity50
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed
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Ability Area Scores

Number Facility
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
100
80
Add 2 and 7Balance a checkbookCompute the interest payment that should be generated from an investment
Mathematical Reasoning
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
100
86
Determine how much 10 oranges will cost when they are priced at 2 for 20 centsDecide how to calculate profits to determine the amounts of yearly bonusesDetermine the mathematics required to simulate a space craft landing on the moon
Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
75
69
Know that a stalled car can coast downhillDecide what factors to consider in selecting stocksDesign an aircraft wing using principles of aerodynamics
Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
60
63
Cancel newspaper delivery by phoneGive instructions to a lost motoristExplain advanced principles of genetics to college freshmen
Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
55
66
Understand a television commercialUnderstand a coach's oral instructions for a sportUnderstand a lecture on advanced physics
Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
50
46
Read dials on the dashboard of a carRead the fine print of a legal documentDetect minor defects in a diamond
Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
50
49
Recognize that an unplugged lamp won't workRecognize from the mood of prisoners that a prison riot is likely to occurRecognize an illness at an early stage of a disease when there are only a few symptoms