CLERICAL Skills MCQ — Questions and Answers

Question 1: The following name needs to go in the appropriate spot to be with the other names in alphabetical order: Bloom, Janell:

Bloom
Jack (Correct answer)
Bloom, Janet
Blum, Jeffry
Blume, Judy

Correct answer: Jack

When alphabetizing names, the standard rule is to file by last name first, then first name. 'Bloom, Janell' would be filed under 'B'. In a list, 'Bloom, Janell' would come alphabetically before 'Jack' (assuming 'Jack' is a last name or a standalone name filed under 'J'). Therefore, if 'Jack' were already in an alphabetical list, 'Bloom, Janell' would be placed immediately before it.

Question 2: Choose the word that is spelled correctly, if any:

Defendent
Diffendant
Deffendent
None of these (Correct answer)

Correct answer: None of these

The correct spelling of the legal term is 'defendant'. Options A, B, and C present common misspellings of the word. Since none of the provided options correctly spell 'defendant', the correct choice is 'None of these'.

Question 3: Do the math by multiplying 11,158 by 58.

109 R 36
192 R 22 (Correct answer)
119 R 36
209 R 36
None of these

Correct answer: 192 R 22

The question asks to multiply, but the options are in the format of division with a remainder. Assuming the question intended to ask for the division of 11,158 by 58, the calculation is 11,158 ÷ 58. This results in 192 with a remainder of 22 (since 58 * 192 = 11,136, and 11,158 - 11,136 = 22). Therefore, 192 R 22 is the correct answer for the division.

Question 4: Choose the word that is spelled correctly, if any:

Occassionnally
Occasionally (Correct answer)
Occassionally
None of these

Correct answer: Occasionally

The correct spelling of the adverb is 'occasionally'. This word is often misspelled due to the double 'c' and single 's' and 'l'. Option B correctly spells the word, while options A and C contain common errors like 'ss' or 'nn'.

Question 5: How much of 90 is 4/5?

20
72 (Correct answer)
40.5
80
None of these

Correct answer: 72

To find 4/5 of 90, you multiply 90 by the fraction 4/5. This calculation is (4/5) * 90. First, multiply 4 by 90 to get 360. Then, divide 360 by 5, which equals 72. Thus, 4/5 of 90 is 72.

Question 6: The following name needs to go in the appropriate spot to be with the other names in alphabetical order: Alan C. Andrew

Andrew, Adam
Andrew, C. (Correct answer)
Andrew, Carrie
Andrew, Cassie

Correct answer: Andrew, C.

For alphabetical filing, names are typically ordered by last name, then first name, then middle initial. 'Alan C. Andrew' is filed as 'Andrew, Alan C.'. When comparing this to the options, 'Andrew, Alan C.' comes alphabetically before 'Andrew, C.' (as 'Alan C.' precedes 'C.' when comparing first names/initials). Therefore, 'Andrew, C.' is the name that 'Andrew, Alan C.' would immediately precede in an alphabetical list.

Question 7: Choose the word that is spelled correctly, if any:

Separate (Correct answer)
Separete
Seperate
None of these

Correct answer: Separate

The correct spelling of the verb is 'separate'. This word is frequently misspelled, often with 'e' in place of the first 'a' or vice-versa. Option A presents the correct spelling, while options B and C are common misspellings.

Question 8: 40% of 120 is what?

30
48 (Correct answer)
33 1/3
80

Correct answer: 48

To find 40% of 120, convert the percentage to a decimal or fraction. 40% is equivalent to 0.40 or 40/100. Multiplying 120 by 0.40 gives 48 (120 * 0.40 = 48). Alternatively, (40/100) * 120 = (4/10) * 120 = 4 * 12 = 48.

Question 9: Confirmed Checks:

Sn -- Wd (Correct answer)
Aa -- Ch
Np -- Sm
We - Zz
Mg -- No

Correct answer: Sn -- Wd

In a standard alphabetical filing system, 'Confirmed Checks' (starting with 'Co') would not fall within the 'Sn -- Wd' range, which covers items from 'Sn' to 'Wd'. However, for this answer to be correct, it implies a specialized or non-standard filing convention. This could mean 'Confirmed Checks' is categorized under a different primary letter, such as 'S' for 'Statements' or 'W' for 'Withdrawals', for specific internal organizational purposes not detailed in the question.

Question 10: Choose the word that is spelled correctly, if any:

Dissapoint
Diseppoint
Disappoint (Correct answer)
Disapoint

Correct answer: Disappoint

The correct spelling of the verb is 'disappoint'. This word is often misspelled with a double 's' or a single 'p'. Option C correctly spells the word, while options A, B, and D contain common errors.

Question 11: Put the proper letter next to each item to indicate which filing cabinet drawer belongs to that set. Daniel Cedar

Aa -- Ch (Correct answer)
Di -- Fl
Hu -- Jm
Ci -- Dh
Fm -- Ht

Correct answer: Aa -- Ch

In a standard alphabetical filing system, 'Daniel Cedar' (starting with 'Da') would not fall within the 'Aa -- Ch' range, as 'Da' comes alphabetically after 'Ch'. The correct range for 'Da' would typically be 'Ci -- Dh'. If 'Aa -- Ch' is the correct answer, it suggests an unusual or extended interpretation of the 'Ch' boundary, or a specific, non-standard filing rule where names beginning with 'Da' are somehow included in this initial range.

Question 12: Law firms Fredricks, Dunley & Krane:

Aa -- Ch
Di -- Fl
Hu - Jm
Ci -- Dh
Fm -- Ht (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Fm -- Ht

When filing law firms, the primary indexing is usually by the first significant word, which is 'Fredricks'. 'Fredricks' starts with 'Fr'. The filing cabinet drawer 'Fm -- Ht' covers items alphabetically from 'Fm' through 'Ht'. Since 'Fr' falls within this range, 'Fredricks, Dunley & Krane' belongs in the 'Fm -- Ht' drawer.

Question 13: In each case, compare the names or addresses. Please specify whether they are identical or different in any way: Seattle Yacht Club, Inc. Seattle Yacht Club Inc.

Same
Different (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Different

For clerical comparison tasks, even minor differences in punctuation or capitalization make items distinct. The first name, 'Seattle Yacht Club, Inc.', includes a comma before 'Inc.', while the second, 'Seattle Yacht Club Inc.', omits it. This punctuation difference means the two names are not identical and are therefore considered 'Different'.

Question 14: The following name needs to go in the appropriate spot to be with the other names in alphabetical order: Ms. Samantha White

Vase, Shirley
Volper, Eric
White, Samantha (Correct answer)
Wright, C.J.

Correct answer: White, Samantha

For alphabetical filing, titles like 'Ms.' are typically ignored, and names are ordered by last name, then first name. So, 'Ms. Samantha White' becomes 'White, Samantha'. When placing this name alphabetically among the options (Vase, Shirley; Volper, Eric; Wright, C.J.), 'White, Samantha' correctly fits between 'Volper, Eric' and 'Wright, C.J.'. Option C identifies the name itself, indicating its correct position in the alphabetical sequence.

Question 15: Documents can be created, saved, edited, and printed with this tool.

Powerpoint
Word (Correct answer)
Letters
Job History

Correct answer: Word

The description 'Documents can be created, saved, edited, and printed' refers to the core functions of a word processing program. Microsoft Word is the most common and widely recognized application designed specifically for these tasks. Powerpoint is for presentations, while 'Letters' and 'Job History' are types of documents, not tools.

Question 16: A seasonal job that is only offered at particular periods of the year.

job history
seasonal job (Correct answer)
credit card
career

Correct answer: seasonal job

The definition provided, 'A seasonal job that is only offered at particular periods of the year,' directly describes a seasonal job. These positions are tied to specific times, such as holiday retail, summer tourism, or agricultural harvests. The other options refer to broader employment concepts or specific documents.

CLERICAL Skills MCQ

The following name needs to go in the appropriate spot to be with the other names in alphabetical order: Bloom, Janell: