Non-Verbal Reasoning

Inside Out: Swapping Inner and Outer

Pupils spot that the inner and outer shapes swap roles, with the new outer shape drawn as a large outline and the new inner shape as a small solid, and apply the swap to the last pair.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 8+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Identify the inner shape and the outer shape in a figure.
  • Explain that the shapes swap roles, and that the outer role is always a large outline while the inner role is always a small solid.
  • Apply the swap to the final figure and reject options where the shading stayed with the shape.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsInner and Outer ShapesThe SwapCompleting the Last Pair

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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