Typing Skills Flashcards
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Approximately how many keystrokes are assumed per 'word' in standard typing-speed calculations?
Answer: 5 keystrokes
Typing tests standardize a 'word' as 5 keystrokes including spaces.
Which finger correctly types the letter 'P' on a QWERTY keyboard?
Answer: Right pinky
The 'P' key is struck with the right pinky finger.
A data-entry typist achieves 9,000 KPH. Roughly what gross WPM does this represent?
Answer: 30 WPM
9,000 keystrokes/hour ÷ 60 min ÷ 5 keystrokes per word equals 30 WPM.
What is the main advantage of touch typing over the 'hunt and peck' method?
Answer: It allows faster typing while keeping eyes on the source
Touch typing is faster and lets the typist watch the source instead of keys.
Which practice helps a typist improve accuracy before pushing for higher speed?
Answer: Slowing down to type correctly, then gradually increasing pace
Building correct technique first, then speeding up, yields lasting accuracy.
On a standard keyboard, which key removes the character to the LEFT of the cursor?
Answer: Backspace
Backspace deletes the character immediately to the left of the cursor.
Why do many employers test typing accuracy in addition to raw speed for senior typist roles?
Answer: High speed with many errors reduces real productivity
Errors force corrections, so low accuracy undermines the value of high speed.