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Spatial
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Spatial Reasoning
Piece it together, then picture it in 3D
The DAA's spatial reasoning section, in two parts run back to back. Part 1 is 2D shape assembly — join labelled pieces into the whole shape. Part 2 is 3D — match solid objects by their orientation using reference markers. It measures how accurately you can manipulate figures in your head, which weighs heavily for aircrew and technical roles.
Duration
~12 min
Length
2 parts
Difficulty
Hard
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What to expect
- Part 1 — 2–3 flat pieces with edges labelled x / y; pick the shape they make.
- Part 2 — two 3D objects with marker dots; pick the matching orientation.
- Multiple-choice answers (A–E), timed, getting trickier as you go.
What it measures
- Mentally joining flat pieces along matching edges
- Reflecting a piece shown flipped
- Judging the 3D orientation of solid objects
- Holding a shape steady in your mind while you transform it
Instructions
- 1The two parts run straight through — Part 1 (2D) first, then Part 2 (3D).
- 2In Part 1, match edges by their labels (x to x, y to y) and flip any reflected piece.
- 3In Part 2, track the marker dots to keep each object the right way round.
Tips
- In Part 1, watch for the mirror image — it's the most common trap.
- Assemble around one fixed piece rather than moving everything at once.
- In Part 2, use the markers as anchors before comparing the rest of the shape.
Format: Spatial reasoning · Part 1 (2D assembly) + Part 2 (3D orientation) · multiple choice · timed