Clerical Exams CLERICAL Coding & Info Ordering 2

Question 1

A clerical coding system assigns the code 'R' to items received between January and March, 'S' for April through June, 'T' for July through September, and 'U' for October through December. An item received on August 14 should be coded as:

Accepted Answer

T

Answer

August falls within the July through September range, so the correct code is T.

Question 2

When arranging case files in alphanumeric order, which of the following comes FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Case 2-AB

Answer

Numeric order takes priority first (2 before 12), then alphabetical order (AB before BA), making Case 2-AB first.

Question 3

A coding rule states: If the applicant is over 65, add prefix 'S'; if the applicant has a disability, add prefix 'D'; if both apply, use prefix 'SD'. Which prefix applies to a 70-year-old applicant with no disability?

Accepted Answer

S

Answer

The applicant is over 65 but has no disability, so only the prefix S applies.

Question 4

In an information ordering task, which step should come FIRST when processing a new benefits application?

Accepted Answer

Verify the applicant's identity documents

Answer

Verifying identity documents must occur before any processing decisions or communications can be made.

Question 5

A clerk must assign codes to departments: 100 for Human Resources, 200 for Finance, 300 for Legal, and 400 for Operations. A purchase order from the Legal department for office supplies should receive which code?

Accepted Answer

300

Answer

The Legal department is assigned code 300 regardless of the type of purchase being made.

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Clerical Exams CLERICAL Coding & Info Ordering 2