Error Flashcards
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When comparing two address columns for errors, what should you do if the ZIP codes differ by even one digit?
Answer: Mark them as not matching
Any single-character difference means the entries do not match.
Correct list: '482 Oak St'. Entry to check: '428 Oak St'. Is there an error?
Answer: Yes, the digits are transposed
482 and 428 are transposed digits, so they do not match.
In a coding accuracy task, the safest strategy when unsure whether two strings match is to:
Answer: Re-read both carefully before answering
Careful re-reading reduces errors more than guessing.
Which pair contains a spelling error that makes them NOT match?
Answer: 'Riverside' vs 'Riverdale'
Riverside and Riverdale differ in spelling and do not match.
The USPS error-checking section primarily measures your ability to:
Answer: Detect mismatches quickly and accurately
The task evaluates speed and accuracy in spotting differences.
Correct: 'P.O. Box 1175'. Entry: 'P.O. Box 1157'. What is the error?
Answer: Last two digits are swapped
1175 versus 1157 shows transposed final digits.
If you finish reviewing a row and find no differences at all, you should mark it as:
Answer: A match
Identical entries are correctly marked as matching.