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  1. What does 'fidelity' mean in translation?

    Answer: Faithfulness to the source meaning

    Fidelity refers to how accurately a translation conveys the source's meaning.

  2. Which type of interpreting happens after the speaker pauses?

    Answer: Consecutive interpreting

    Consecutive interpreting occurs after the speaker finishes a segment.

  3. What is 'simultaneous interpreting'?

    Answer: Interpreting in real time as the speaker talks

    Simultaneous interpreting renders speech into another language almost instantly.

  4. Why is cultural knowledge important for a translator?

    Answer: To convey meaning appropriately for the target audience

    Cultural knowledge ensures the translation resonates correctly with the target audience.

  5. What is 'sight translation'?

    Answer: Reading a written text aloud in another language

    Sight translation is the oral rendering of a written document in another language.

  6. What does a 'certified translation' typically guarantee?

    Answer: A signed statement of accuracy and completeness

    A certified translation includes a signed declaration affirming its accuracy.

  7. Which factor most affects translation pricing?

    Answer: Word count and complexity

    Translation rates are commonly based on word count and the difficulty of the text.

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