Technical Proficiency and Equipment Management Flashcards

In CART, what is the main reason to aim for a high realtime translation rate rather than relying on post-session editing?

Answer: The consumer reads the text live, so it has to be readable right away

CART gives live access, so the accuracy of the realtime text matters most.

Which method helps a CART provider tell apart homophones like "their," "there," and "they're" in realtime?

Answer: Use separate, consistent steno outlines for each homophone

Separate outlines for homophones remove guessing and keep realtime output correct.

A consumer uses a tablet to read CART at a large conference. What helps keep the text flowing without interruption?

Answer: Making sure the venue's Wi-Fi is reliable or providing a dedicated hotspot as backup

Large venues often have crowded Wi-Fi, so a backup connection keeps text reaching the consumer.

What is a speaker identification setup in CAT software used for during a CART session?

Answer: Labeling who is speaking so the consumer can follow a multi-person discussion

Speaker IDs help consumers follow conversations among several participants.

How should a CART provider handle a steno writer with sticky or misregistering keys?

Answer: Have it cleaned or serviced and use a backup writer until it's repaired

Faulty hardware causes drops and misstrokes, so it needs prompt maintenance and a backup.

Which file-format output is most useful when a consumer asks for an accessible copy of the session text afterward, where policy allows?

Answer: A plain text, RTF, or DOCX file that works with screen readers

Standard document formats are easy to open and work with assistive technology.

Why should a CART provider practice writing with the same equipment they'll use on assignment?

Answer: To build muscle memory and confidence with that exact setup, which reduces errors

Being familiar with your own equipment improves realtime accuracy and speeds up troubleshooting.