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

    Answer: Ctrl + A

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

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

    Answer: 98%

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

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

    Answer: Processing a group of records together in a single operation

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

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

    Answer: Entering the same data twice and comparing results for accuracy

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

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

    Answer: It toggles the numeric keypad between number input and cursor control

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

  6. In a federal clerical exam, a data entry speed of 40 WPM with 95% accuracy is tested. Which candidate passes?

    Answer: Candidate C: 40 WPM, 95% accuracy

    Candidate C meets both minimum requirements exactly: 40 WPM and 95% accuracy.