Error Flashcards
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Correct: '7390 W Elm Dr'. Entry: '7390 E Elm Dr'. Is there an error?
Answer: Yes, direction letter differs
W versus E is a directional mismatch.
Which is the most common type of error to watch for in number comparisons?
Answer: Transposed or swapped digits
Digit transposition is a frequent and easy-to-miss error.
Correct: 'Apt 12B'. Entry: 'Apt 12'. Should this be flagged?
Answer: Yes, the unit letter is missing
The missing 'B' makes the unit designations differ.
To maintain accuracy under a time limit, you should:
Answer: Keep a steady, consistent pace
A consistent pace balances speed and accuracy.
Correct: 'Greenfield'. Entry: 'Greenfeld'. Match status?
Answer: No match, a letter is dropped
Greenfeld is missing the 'i', so it does not match.
When two entries differ only in spacing, such as 'NewYork' vs 'New York', they are:
Answer: Not an exact match
Spacing differences make the entries non-identical.
The best way to avoid carryover mistakes between rows is to:
Answer: Treat each comparison independently
Evaluating each row on its own prevents pattern bias.