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Which of the following is an example of a data entry error that verification aims to detect?

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Proofing techniques

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Which of the following is an example of a data entry error that verification aims to detect?.

  1. A.Inconsistent line spacing
  2. B.Transposed digits
  3. C.Widows and orphans
  4. D.Blank pages

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Report Preparation

The report includes numerical data entered manually and text with various styles applied. The company wants to ensure the data is error-free and the document is well formatted.

  1. a

    Identify two common data entry errors that verification can detect.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  2. b

    Explain why proofreading is important for the report's presentation.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

    [3]