NCAE SHS Track Aptitude Assessment 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A student excels at analyzing literary texts and enjoys debating social issues. Which SHS track best matches these aptitudes?
- STEM
- HUMSS (Correct answer)
- TVL - Home Economics
- Sports Track
Correct answer: HUMSS
The Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand focuses on literary analysis, social issues, and communication skills.
Question 2: In the NCAE, the SHS Track Aptitude Assessment is primarily designed to:
- Measure IQ and general intelligence
- Identify a student's suitability for specific SHS tracks (Correct answer)
- Rank students for college admission
- Determine scholarship eligibility
Correct answer: Identify a student's suitability for specific SHS tracks
The assessment helps Grade 9 students identify which SHS track aligns best with their abilities and interests.
Question 3: Which aptitude component of the NCAE assesses a student's ability to understand and manipulate numerical relationships?
- Verbal Aptitude
- Clerical Aptitude
- Numerical Aptitude (Correct answer)
- Spatial Aptitude
Correct answer: Numerical Aptitude
Numerical Aptitude measures the ability to reason with numbers and perform mathematical operations accurately.
Question 4: A student with high scores in the Technical-Vocational track aptitude area of the NCAE would most likely succeed in:
- Creative writing and journalism
- Carpentry and electrical installation (Correct answer)
- Political science and law
- Philosophy and theology
Correct answer: Carpentry and electrical installation
The TVL track prepares students for hands-on technical and vocational careers such as trades and industry.
Question 5: Which NCAE aptitude component is most critical for a student aspiring to take the Arts and Design track?
- Clerical Aptitude
- Spatial/Abstract Aptitude (Correct answer)
- Numerical Aptitude
- Verbal Aptitude
Correct answer: Spatial/Abstract Aptitude
Spatial and abstract aptitude reflects the ability to visualize forms and patterns, which is essential for arts and design.
Question 6: Which strand falls under the Academic Track of Senior High School?
- Cookery
- Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM) (Correct answer)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Bread and Pastry Production
Correct answer: Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM)
ABM is one of four Academic Track strands, alongside STEM, HUMSS, and General Academic Strand (GAS).
Question 7: A student who scores highest in the 'Mechanical Reasoning' component of the NCAE is best suited for which SHS strand?
- HUMSS
- ABM
- STEM (Correct answer)
- Sports Track
Correct answer: STEM
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) requires strong mechanical and scientific reasoning skills.
NCAE SHS Track Aptitude Assessment 2
A student excels at analyzing literary texts and enjoys debating social issues.
Which SHS track best matches these aptitudes?