CSR Assessment & Evaluation Methods 3

Question 1

Under the NCRA RPR grading standard, which category of error carries the heaviest penalty weight?

Accepted Answer

Omission of words or phrases

Answer

Omissions of words or phrases carry the heaviest penalty because they alter the substance of the record, making the transcript incomplete.

Question 2

In CSR evaluation, 'interpolation' refers to which type of error?

Accepted Answer

Adding words not present in the original dictation

Answer

Interpolation means inserting words that were not dictated, effectively fabricating transcript content.

Question 3

What minimum accuracy percentage is required to pass the testimony portion of most state CSR examinations?

Accepted Answer

95%

Answer

A 95% accuracy rate (no more than 5 errors per 100 words) is the standard passing threshold for testimony material on most state CSR exams.

Question 4

Which measurement tool is used by examiners to count syllables accurately when preparing CSR speed test materials?

Accepted Answer

A syllabic counter or pre-marked dictation script

Answer

Examiners use pre-marked dictation scripts where syllables are counted and marked in advance to ensure consistent, accurate speed delivery.

Question 5

A reporter reads back testimony and inadvertently changes 'did not' to 'didn't' in the read-back. How is this typically treated in a formal CSR evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Not counted as an error since meaning is preserved

Answer

Contractions that preserve exact meaning are generally not penalized in read-back evaluations, as accuracy of substance rather than form is the standard.

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CSR Assessment & Evaluation Methods 3