What are your strongest math skills, and how do you use them during work?

Your candidates’ responses to this question may vary. For example, whereas one candidate may have strong arithmetic skills, another may have exceptional calculus skills. When you ask this question, it’s vital to look for evidence that shows how strong their skills are.

For example, a candidate with excellent arithmetic skills may use them to count back change at work, and a candidate with great algebra skills may use them to calculate an unknown variable in an accounting equation.