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TRP2 practice guide

Learn a checking system, read the dials and put them in order. A clear introduction to colour priority and alphabetical tie breaking.

Colour-priority rulesAlphabetical tie breakingComplete checking orders
Inside the practiceTRP2
TRP2 practice interface showing dial diagrams and checking order

Read the dials and apply the checking rules

An example of the practice format. Read the instructions for your chosen mock before starting.

01 / Get familiar

What you’ll practise.

This practice asks you to learn a priority rule from a visual reference and apply it to changing dial arrangements. The pointer on each dial identifies the colour used to decide its checking priority.

Check white first, black second and grey third. When more than one dial has the same colour priority, use alphabetical order of their labels. Each question is marked on the complete checking sequence.

Rule Learning

Ability to learn a checking system from visual reference material

Pattern Application

Applying learned rules to different dial configurations

Visual Analysis

Reading dial pointers and interpreting colored segments correctly

Precision Ordering

Determining exact checking sequences including tiebreakers

02 / The format

How the practice works.

  1. Study Reference

    Learn the priority system from one diagram (no time limit)

  2. Answer Questions

    Each question shows a different diagram with the same rules

  3. Set the checking order

    Use the mock’s ordering controls to arrange the dials in priority order, including any alphabetical ties.

  4. Get Results

    Immediate feedback showing correct vs your order

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03 / Your approach

A few things to try.

Study the Reference Carefully

The reference phase has no time limit. Take your time to thoroughly understand the rules before starting questions.

Learn the System Completely

Memorize the priority or checking rules from the reference. The same rules apply to every question—you just need to apply them correctly.

Use the Reference Panel

Use the reference available in your chosen mock to check the colour-priority and alphabetical tie-breaking rules.

Precision Matters

Most questions require the EXACT correct order for full credit. Double-check your ordering before submitting each answer.

04 / Before you begin

Common questions.

What is the TRP2 test?

TRP2 stands for Trainability for Rules and Procedures Part 2. It tests your ability to learn a checking system from a reference diagram and apply it to order dials by priority. Each dial has colored segments (white, black, gray) with a red triangle pointer indicating which color to check first.

How does the checking order work?

The red triangle pointer on each dial points to one of three colored segments. White = Check 1st (highest priority), Black = Check 2nd (medium), Gray = Check 3rd (lowest). You order all dials based on what their pointer indicates.

What is the tiebreaker rule?

When multiple dials point to the same color, use alphabetical order of their letter labels. For example: if dial A and dial B both point to white, A comes before B. This is crucial for getting the exact order right.

How long does the test take?

The core practice starts with a self-paced reference phase. The additional practice pack uses an eight-minute question timer. Read the instructions for your chosen mock before starting.

Can I see the reference diagram during questions?

Core practice includes a collapsible reference panel during questions. Read the chosen mock’s instructions for the reference available during its question phase. The checking rules use colour priority and alphabetical tie breaking.

How is scoring calculated?

All-or-nothing scoring: each question requires the EXACT correct order. Partial credit is not awarded for getting some dials in the right position. Your final score is the percentage of questions answered correctly.

Can I practise for free?

Core practice is free and can be used without an account. Sign in if you want completed results saved to your account. The optional additional practice pack is a separate purchase.

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