Imagining Objects in Three Dimensions

3D spatial visualization involves picturing objects as they exist in space. On the DAT, you'll often be asked to mentally rotate, flip, or assemble 3D shapes from flat diagrams.

Core Skills

• Mental rotation of objects
• Predicting how objects look from different angles
• Visualizing how 2D shapes become 3D forms

Real-World Connections

Dentists use spatial visualization daily—like imagining how a tooth crown will fit or how a dental arch will come together.

Tips to Build This Skill

Try building simple models, playing with construction toys, or practicing with 3D puzzles to strengthen your mental muscles!