Clerical Exams CLERICAL Typing & Data Entry 2

Question 1

Which keyboard shortcut selects ALL text in a document or field?

Accepted Answer

Ctrl + A

Answer

Ctrl + A selects all content in the active document or text field.

Question 2

A typist makes 6 errors while typing 300 words. What is their accuracy rate?

Accepted Answer

98%

Answer

Accuracy = ((300 - 6) / 300) × 100 = (294/300) × 100 = 98%.

Question 3

In a data entry context, what does 'batch processing' mean?

Accepted Answer

Processing a group of records together in a single operation

Answer

Batch processing involves collecting and entering a group of data records together rather than individually.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'double-entry verification' in data entry?

Accepted Answer

Entering the same data twice and comparing results for accuracy

Answer

Double-entry verification requires entering data twice independently and comparing both entries to catch errors.

Question 5

What is the function of the NUM LOCK key on a keyboard?

Accepted Answer

It toggles the numeric keypad between number input and cursor control

Answer

NUM LOCK toggles the numeric keypad to function as either number keys or navigation/cursor keys.

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