Senior Typist Exam Typing Skills 5

Question 1

Approximately how many keystrokes are assumed per 'word' in standard typing-speed calculations?

Accepted Answer

5 keystrokes

Answer

Typing tests standardize a 'word' as 5 keystrokes including spaces.

Question 2

Which finger correctly types the letter 'P' on a QWERTY keyboard?

Accepted Answer

Right pinky

Answer

The 'P' key is struck with the right pinky finger.

Question 3

A data-entry typist achieves 9,000 KPH. Roughly what gross WPM does this represent?

Accepted Answer

30 WPM

Answer

9,000 keystrokes/hour ÷ 60 min ÷ 5 keystrokes per word equals 30 WPM.

Question 4

What is the main advantage of touch typing over the 'hunt and peck' method?

Accepted Answer

It allows faster typing while keeping eyes on the source

Answer

Touch typing is faster and lets the typist watch the source instead of keys.

Question 5

Which practice helps a typist improve accuracy before pushing for higher speed?

Accepted Answer

Slowing down to type correctly, then gradually increasing pace

Answer

Building correct technique first, then speeding up, yields lasting accuracy.

Senior Typist Exam Practice Test