Free USPS Error Detection Test Spelling and Abbreviation Mismatches Questions and Answers

Question 1

When comparing a handwritten address to the USPS standard, which of the following lines contains a non-standard street suffix abbreviation?

Accepted Answer

D) 789 RIVER DRV

Answer

A) 1400 OAKWOOD CIR

Answer

B) 9210 SUNSET BLVD

Answer

C) 350 FIFTH AVE

Question 2

A data entry operator is keying in addresses. Which of the following pairs shows a spelling error in the city name on the second line?

Accepted Answer

B) Line 1: CINCINNATI, OH
Line 2: CINCINATTI, OH

Answer

A) Line 1: PHOENIX, AZ
Line 2: PHOENIX, AZ

Answer

C) Line 1: PHILADELPHIA, PA
Line 2: PHILADELPHIA, PA

Answer

D) Line 1: TALLAHASSEE, FL
Line 2: TALLAHASSEE, FL

Question 3

An automated sorting machine scans two address lines from a mailpiece for consistency. Which line contains a spelling mismatch when compared to the USPS-preferred format for '123 NORTH MAIN STREET'?

Accepted Answer

C) 123 NORHT MAIN ST

Answer

A) 123 N MAIN ST

Answer

B) 123 NORTH MAIN ST

Answer

D) 123 N MAIN STREET

Question 4

To ensure maximum compatibility with USPS automated mail processing systems, how should the street name '2501 FREEDOM BOULEVARD' be standardized?

Accepted Answer

C) 2501 FREEDOM BLVD

Answer

A) 2501 FREEDOM BOUL

Answer

B) 2501 FREEDOM BLV

Answer

D) 2501 FREEDOM BOULEVARD

Question 5

You are reviewing two address records for a potential duplicate. What is the specific error present in Record 2 when compared to Record 1?

Record 1: 455 WASHINGTON PL
Record 2: 455 WASHINGHTON PL

Accepted Answer

D) Spelling error

Answer

A) Abbreviation mismatch

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B) Omission error

Answer

C) Transposition error

Question 6

Which of the following address lines correctly uses the standard USPS abbreviation for 'Terrace'?

Accepted Answer

B) 810 PINEHURST TER

Answer

A) 810 PINEHURST TERR

Answer

C) 810 PINEHURST TCE

Answer

D) 810 PINEHURST TR