Post Dispatcher Test Mail Sorting and Distribution

Question 1

When sorting bulk mail, which class of mail is given the lowest processing priority?

Accepted Answer

Marketing Mail (Standard)

Answer

First-Class Mail

Answer

Priority Mail Express

Answer

Registered Mail

Question 2

A post dispatcher receives a bundle of mail with a ZIP+4 code. What do the last four digits indicate?

Accepted Answer

A specific delivery segment such as a block or building

Answer

The state code

Answer

The carrier route number

Answer

The post office box number

Question 3

Which USPS sorting system uses optical character recognition to read addresses and apply barcodes?

Accepted Answer

Delivery Barcode Sorter (DBCS)

Answer

Flat Sequencing System (FSS)

Answer

Remote Bar Coding System (RBCS)

Answer

Automated Flat Sorting Machine (AFSM)

Question 4

Mail that cannot be delivered or returned to the sender is sent to which facility?

Accepted Answer

Mail Recovery Center (MRC)

Answer

Regional Distribution Center

Answer

Sectional Center Facility

Answer

Priority Mail Hub

Question 5

In USPS operations, what does 'DPS' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Delivery Point Sequence

Answer

Direct Postal Service

Answer

Dispatching Priority System

Answer

Distribution Processing Standard

Question 6

Which type of mail requires a signature upon delivery and offers up to $5,000 in indemnity?

Accepted Answer

Registered Mail

Answer

Certified Mail

Answer

Insured Mail

Answer

Priority Mail Express