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Part B - Certificate of Bulk Mailing Flashcards

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  1. If pieces in a mailing vary in weight, the mailer should:

    Answer: Use a separate certificate for each weight group

    Each group of identical-weight pieces needs its own certificate line or form.

  2. The Certificate of Bulk Mailing fee is charged:

    Answer: In addition to the regular postage

    The certificate fee is paid on top of the normal postage for the pieces.

  3. When should the Certificate of Bulk Mailing be presented for stamping?

    Answer: At the time the bulk mailing is deposited

    The certificate must be presented when the mailing is deposited so it can be validated then.

  4. Which detail is NOT typically recorded on PS Form 3606?

    Answer: Each recipient's signature

    Recipient signatures are not part of a bulk mailing certificate.

  5. A Certificate of Bulk Mailing is best described as proof of:

    Answer: Acceptance of the mailing by USPS

    It proves USPS accepted the quantity of pieces, not that they were delivered.

  6. If a mailer needs a duplicate copy of the certificate for records, they should:

    Answer: Prepare it in duplicate before presenting

    Mailers typically submit the form in duplicate so they keep a validated copy.

  7. Why might a charity prefer a Certificate of Bulk Mailing for a fundraising mailing?

    Answer: To document the mailing for audit and donor records

    It gives auditable proof that the fundraising pieces were mailed on a date.