AAERT CER FINAL EXAM TESTBANK 2026/2027 ||
COURT REPORTING & TRANSCRIPTION PREP
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Is it appropriate for the reporter to interrupt after a witness has answered a question
non-verbally and ask the witness to answer out loud?
Yes
In the event of an electronic failure, whose responsibiity is it to interrupt the
proceeding?
The digital court reporter
Which is preferable when recording audio, a "live" or "dead" room?
Dead
Is it true consistency is not important when making annotations because the
transciptionist can usually figure it out?
False
What needs to happen when a certified question is requested?
The digital reporter should make an annotation about the certified question.
The ________ transcript is usually provided to the first attorney that orders the
transcript.
Original
A cardioid pickup patter, aka unidirectional, is best when trying to capture...
A single speaking participant
Is it true an annotation is required when an exhibit is entered on the record, as well
as the exhibit's description if said out loud?
True
,Is it true every person present for a hearing or trail must be added to the reporter's
appearance sheet, including the onlookers seated in the gallery?
False
What is NOT one of the reasons a reporter is asked to play back?
To make sure the reporter is properly recording the audio of the proceeding.
Should you be on the record if during a deposition, one of the lawyers says to go off
the record and no one responds in agreement or disagreement?
On the record
If there is an interpreter at the proceeding, when do you swear him/her in?
Before you swear in the witness
What is the correct order of examination?
Direct examination, cross-examination, redirect examination, recross-examination
Transcripts, recordings, and exhibits should be kept ______ &______ released to the
general public.
confidential & should not be
Should you be on the record while during a deposition, the hiring attorney directs
you to go off the record, but the other attorney does not want to go off the record.
On the record
Is it true even if they represent a party to the case, not all lawyers can order the
deposition transcript?
False
AAERT suggest at least _____ separate recording devices are recording a
proceeding.
Two
At the conclusion of a proceeding, you will need to note the _____ start time and end
time.
Actual
,When deciding on microphone placement, what is NOT a factor that needs to be
considerd when covering proceedings in different locations from day-to-day?
The volume of each speaker
Which part of the notice shows the jurisdiction/venue?
B
When deciding on a microphone placement, what are factors that need to be
considered when covering proceedings in different locations from day-to-day? (3
answers)
-The types of microphones being used.
-The number and location of anticipated speakers.
-The size and character of the room.
Is it true you should always have a backup plan in case a proceeding goes over the
scheduled end time?
True
Is it true you will never need to check the audio using your headphones or earbuds
while on the record?
False
List 3 times when you would need to interrupt a proceeding as a digital court
reporter?
-Inability to hear a speaker due to mumbling
-Simultaneous speakers
-Extraneous loud noises, such as a train passing
At the end of the proceeding, the plaintiff's lawyers asks you how you thought the
case is looking. Should you tell him your opinion?
No
It is ideal that the DR software performs what so that the audio file is saved in
multiple locations upon conclusion of the proceeding?
Automatic archiving
What is the difference between a lay, Expert, and Character witness?
, Lay - fact witness about the case
Expert - fact and opinion witness on a specific topic
Character - testifies on if someone is a good person
U.S.C stands for?
United States Code which is a consolidation of federal statutes
What is the main purpose of a CNA (Certificate of Non-Appearance)
It serves as proof that the witness did not appear.
Is it true a XLR is NOT considered the professional standard for connecting analog
audio from one device to another?
False
_________ are generally held to determine a court order or for some procedural
matters.
Hearings
What is a deposition through written questions?
When the reporter verbally asks questions on the record.
Is it true if you do not speak up and ask for clarification, everyone is going to assume
that you are hearing and understanding what is being said?
True
When creating an abbreviation or hot key, what is most important?
To be consistent throughout your notes so the transcriptionist can make sense of what was
typed.
After a deposition, Lawyer A orders the original transcript after Lawyer B leaves the
room. What should you do?
Inform Lawyer B that the original transcript was ordered and offer them a copy.
Is it true the only purpose of annotating is to aid transcription?
False
When a witness nods their head affirmatively to a question, does the digital reporter
anotate the non-verbal response?
COURT REPORTING & TRANSCRIPTION PREP
DESCRIPTION | 523 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS |
INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD
Is it appropriate for the reporter to interrupt after a witness has answered a question
non-verbally and ask the witness to answer out loud?
Yes
In the event of an electronic failure, whose responsibiity is it to interrupt the
proceeding?
The digital court reporter
Which is preferable when recording audio, a "live" or "dead" room?
Dead
Is it true consistency is not important when making annotations because the
transciptionist can usually figure it out?
False
What needs to happen when a certified question is requested?
The digital reporter should make an annotation about the certified question.
The ________ transcript is usually provided to the first attorney that orders the
transcript.
Original
A cardioid pickup patter, aka unidirectional, is best when trying to capture...
A single speaking participant
Is it true an annotation is required when an exhibit is entered on the record, as well
as the exhibit's description if said out loud?
True
,Is it true every person present for a hearing or trail must be added to the reporter's
appearance sheet, including the onlookers seated in the gallery?
False
What is NOT one of the reasons a reporter is asked to play back?
To make sure the reporter is properly recording the audio of the proceeding.
Should you be on the record if during a deposition, one of the lawyers says to go off
the record and no one responds in agreement or disagreement?
On the record
If there is an interpreter at the proceeding, when do you swear him/her in?
Before you swear in the witness
What is the correct order of examination?
Direct examination, cross-examination, redirect examination, recross-examination
Transcripts, recordings, and exhibits should be kept ______ &______ released to the
general public.
confidential & should not be
Should you be on the record while during a deposition, the hiring attorney directs
you to go off the record, but the other attorney does not want to go off the record.
On the record
Is it true even if they represent a party to the case, not all lawyers can order the
deposition transcript?
False
AAERT suggest at least _____ separate recording devices are recording a
proceeding.
Two
At the conclusion of a proceeding, you will need to note the _____ start time and end
time.
Actual
,When deciding on microphone placement, what is NOT a factor that needs to be
considerd when covering proceedings in different locations from day-to-day?
The volume of each speaker
Which part of the notice shows the jurisdiction/venue?
B
When deciding on a microphone placement, what are factors that need to be
considered when covering proceedings in different locations from day-to-day? (3
answers)
-The types of microphones being used.
-The number and location of anticipated speakers.
-The size and character of the room.
Is it true you should always have a backup plan in case a proceeding goes over the
scheduled end time?
True
Is it true you will never need to check the audio using your headphones or earbuds
while on the record?
False
List 3 times when you would need to interrupt a proceeding as a digital court
reporter?
-Inability to hear a speaker due to mumbling
-Simultaneous speakers
-Extraneous loud noises, such as a train passing
At the end of the proceeding, the plaintiff's lawyers asks you how you thought the
case is looking. Should you tell him your opinion?
No
It is ideal that the DR software performs what so that the audio file is saved in
multiple locations upon conclusion of the proceeding?
Automatic archiving
What is the difference between a lay, Expert, and Character witness?
, Lay - fact witness about the case
Expert - fact and opinion witness on a specific topic
Character - testifies on if someone is a good person
U.S.C stands for?
United States Code which is a consolidation of federal statutes
What is the main purpose of a CNA (Certificate of Non-Appearance)
It serves as proof that the witness did not appear.
Is it true a XLR is NOT considered the professional standard for connecting analog
audio from one device to another?
False
_________ are generally held to determine a court order or for some procedural
matters.
Hearings
What is a deposition through written questions?
When the reporter verbally asks questions on the record.
Is it true if you do not speak up and ask for clarification, everyone is going to assume
that you are hearing and understanding what is being said?
True
When creating an abbreviation or hot key, what is most important?
To be consistent throughout your notes so the transcriptionist can make sense of what was
typed.
After a deposition, Lawyer A orders the original transcript after Lawyer B leaves the
room. What should you do?
Inform Lawyer B that the original transcript was ordered and offer them a copy.
Is it true the only purpose of annotating is to aid transcription?
False
When a witness nods their head affirmatively to a question, does the digital reporter
anotate the non-verbal response?
