STC Document Standards 2

Question 1

When translating a legal contract, which element must be preserved exactly as it appears in the source document?

Accepted Answer

Party names and defined terms

Answer

Party names and defined terms must be rendered exactly as they appear to maintain legal identity and contractual precision.

Question 2

Which ISO standard is most directly relevant to translation services quality management?

Accepted Answer

ISO 17100

Answer

ISO 17100 establishes requirements specifically for translation services, including competence, process, and quality assurance.

Question 3

A translator encounters a document with tracked changes enabled. What is the correct professional approach?

Accepted Answer

Clarify with the client whether to translate accepted text, rejected text, or both versions

Answer

The client must determine which version of the text requires translation before the translator proceeds.

Question 4

What does 'source text integrity' mean in the context of certified translation?

Accepted Answer

The translator does not alter the meaning, tone, or content of the original

Answer

Source text integrity means the translation faithfully reflects the original without additions, omissions, or distortions.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a parallel text in translation practice?

Accepted Answer

An existing translation of a similar document in the target language

Answer

Parallel texts are existing documents in the target language that cover similar subject matter and serve as reference for terminology and style.

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