CRC CRC Stenography Theory & CAT Software 2

Question 1

What is the minimum speed (in words per minute) required to pass the NCRA CRC exam's realtime captioning skills test?

Accepted Answer

200 wpm

Answer

The NCRA CRC exam requires candidates to caption at 200 words per minute with a minimum accuracy rate, demonstrating the speed necessary for effective realtime communication access.

Question 2

In CAT software, what is the purpose of a 'job dictionary' or 'session dictionary'?

Accepted Answer

To store temporary custom entries specific to a particular job or event

Answer

A job or session dictionary allows the captioner to add temporary custom entries—such as proper names or specialized terms—that apply only to a specific captioning job without altering the main dictionary.

Question 3

What does the term 'realtime feed' mean in the context of CART services?

Accepted Answer

The live transmission of stenographic strokes or translated text to a display device

Answer

A realtime feed refers to the live, simultaneous transmission of the captioner's translated steno text to a display screen or device, enabling the consumer to read captions as they are produced.

Question 4

Which steno theory concept describes writing words exactly as they sound phonetically, even when the spelling differs from standard English?

Accepted Answer

Phonetic writing

Answer

Phonetic writing in steno theory means writing words based on how they sound rather than how they are spelled, which is a core principle in most steno systems for capturing speech rapidly.

Question 5

A CART captioner uses a 'define' or 'fingerspell' mode in CAT software primarily to handle which situation?

Accepted Answer

Spelling out proper names or unfamiliar words letter by letter

Answer

Fingerspell mode allows the captioner to output individual letters to spell out unusual proper names, technical terms, or words not in the dictionary, ensuring accuracy even for unfamiliar vocabulary.

CRC - Certified Realtime Captioner Practice Test

CRC - Certified Realtime Captioner Practice Test

CRC CRC Stenography Theory & CAT Software 2