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HAST Year 9 Abstract Reasoning free practice questions with answers

Read question 1 and its full worked answer from paper 1 of our 20-paper HAST Year 9 Abstract Reasoning set, then download the 5-page PDF. These are original practice questions, not official past papers. Page updated 3 November 2026.

Question 1

How many dots come next in the sequence?

Worked answer

[Progressive shading]

?

A

B

C

D

 Correct answer: B — Option B

  • The circle is split into 5 equal parts; each step shades one more (2, then 3, then 4 shaded).
  • The next circle has 5 of the 5 parts shaded.
  • Option B shows

[Next in sequence: size]

?

A

B

C

D

 Correct answer: B — Option B

  • The shape keeps its number of sides but grows by the same amount each step.
  • Extend the steady growth by one more step.
  • Option B is the correct next size.
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Questions about this sample

What is in the HAST Year 9 Abstract Reasoning free sample?

The first 3 questions from paper 1 of the set, in the real exam layout, followed by the step-by-step worked answers. It is a 5-page PDF; this page shows question 1 with its answer.

How many full HAST Year 9 Abstract Reasoning papers are there?

20 original papers for students preparing for Year 9 entry (HAST (High Achievers Selection Test)). Each is 30 multiple-choice questions in 30 minutes, with a worked solution for every question. Papers start at A$11.99 and download instantly as a PDF.

Are these official past papers?

No. The sample is taken from our own original practice paper and is not an official past paper or affiliated with any exam authority.