CER EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 250 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+ (NEWEST VERSION)
Describe Equipment Needed for All Types of Audio Recording Setups - ANSWER:
Mics, Cables/Connectors/Digital Mixer/Computer/Software
Identify Everything Necessary in Order to Create an Accurate Transcript - ANSWER:
Equipment set up and tested.
All parties arrived: business cards received and cells off.
Read certain info into record: name, company address, date, time, location, case
caption, party who ordered, notice or stipulation, witness name, names of parties.
Swear in Witness.
Record and Annotate.
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Certifies a Question - ANSWER: Make
annotation immediately (usually witness refuses to answer question).
Check local rules for specific procedures.
Usually separate document listing these. Sign and give to atty.
Describe Basic Troubleshooting Steps During Video Conference & Telephonic
Proceedings - ANSWER: Sound quality crucial.
Use a high-quality speakerphone.
Speakers identified as they speak (when 2 or more).
Place mics where they pick up best sound.
Describe How to Effectively Work with a Videographer. - ANSWER: Take charge of
room upon arrival.
Be professional and polite but firm.
Explain where you need to set up and why.
Video must frame the witness.
Videographer will have a script to follow that they put on their record. Explain this to
attys.
Compare and Contrast Original vs Copy - ANSWER: Only ONE original for signature
(by deponent).
Copies are clearly marked and certified (use Notary Seal).
Keep a copy for file.
Define Importance of an Accurate & Verbatim Record & How it Impacts Judicial
System - ANSWER: Minutes of events as they occur.
Becomes part of the Court's official record.
You are acting as an impartial quasi-officer of the court.
Describe How to Request and/or Research Proper Nouns to Verify Spelling for
Transcription - ANSWER: Ask parties after hearing.
,Describe Procedure When an Attorney Strikes Something from the Record -
ANSWER: Removes a portion of the record from consideration by a fact-finder.
The material stricken remains physically in evidence-in case the ruling to strike is
found on appeal to be in error.
Describe procedure when an Attorney marks something confidential - ANSWER:
Check State, Federal, Local Guidelines.
Use a Watermark or Footer on each pg of testimony to clearly show the transcript is
subject to protection.
"Subject to Protective Order" or "Confidential & Sealed"
Describe Chain of Custody - ANSWER: Record showing proper maintenance of REAL
evidence as opposed to mere documents.
Identify types of power sources - ANSWER: Internal battery source
External Power Source (Phantom Power-Mixer, etc)
(Batteries not suggested)
Identify Microphone Types and Sizes - ANSWER: Dynamic
Condenser
Combination of the 2
Describe how to actively adjust tracks for proper audio level - ANSWER: Use the gain
pad to adjust levels on audio channels (on mixer).
Find a "home" position for each control (average amount of gain).
May need to be adjusted by environment.
Discuss Confidence Monitoring - ANSWER: Digital Recording Software MUST provide
a method to monitor the recorded content after it has been written to the
computer's hard disc.
Provides the reporter confidence that they are capturing a quality recording.
Identify permanently installed equipment vs mobile equipment - ANSWER: All need
the same thing: assess recording room and take into consideration all elements of
the environment.
Permanent- Stuck with what is already there.
Independent- Select own equipment and placement
Describe proper audio recording equipment maintenance - ANSWER: Cords: Make
sure no cracks or bends.
Mixer: Lights properly.
Mics: Proper storage (original packaging or bubble wrap)
CDs: Stored in plastic storage boxes
Describe how to perform playback or read back requested testimony - ANSWER: Find
annotation for what they want played or read back.
,(This is to clear up a specific point raised in an objection.
Timestamp each objection to make it easier to find.)
Unplug headset and press play.
Discuss how to effectively set up equipment and software for remote and hybrid
proceedings - ANSWER: Mic placement near the source speaker.
Use high quality speakerphone.
No non-verbal ques.
Discuss conduct during remote/virtual proceedings - ANSWER: Oath by Notary- Face
to Face.
If you can't see them, is there a Notary there?
Everyone needs to hear everyone else speak without interrupting.
Define retention of all notes and records of proceedings as stipulated by applicable
laws, rules, and regulations - ANSWER: Court Reporters: written and/or audio of
proceeding produce verbatim record (archive recordings).
Clerks: Evidence (documents)
Law Enforcement: Evidence (physical)
Describe instructions to participants and remind as necessary - ANSWER: Speak
clearly and speak up
Avoid cross talk and non-verbal events, mumbling
No cells/Get business cards
Speakers near mics
No extraneous loud noises
No reading too fast
Describe transcript order protocol for each type of proceeding - ANSWER: After
depo:
Ask if signature of deposed is required or waived
Ask for transcript copy orders
Ask for expected delivery time
Ask about method of payment
Read & Sign Transcript (if not waived)
Ask who retains exhibits
Check spelling of proper nouns or specialized terms
Discuss rough and expedited transcripts - ANSWER: "Dirty ASCII"
Not considered a complete or legally binding record of a deposition (Without details)
Identify proper technical escalation assistance - ANSWER: Transferring a customer's
problem to a higher level of support when it can't be resolved by current level.
Explain how HIPAA works for dcr - ANSWER: Protection of electronic protected
health information.
"Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996"
, Privacy Rule: National Standards
Security Rule: National Standards re electronics
How to handle conflict of interest situation - ANSWER: Avoid the appearance of any
impropriety or partiality to all parties involved.
Be familiar with local, state, and federal rules
Define professional appearance - ANSWER: First impressions matter.
Err on the conservative side:
Comfortable clothing
Won't distract from proceedings
Nothing provocative
Not unkempt or unclean
No noisy jewelry
Positively reflect on your skills and competence.
Discuss maintaining confidentiality - ANSWER: Don't discuss remarks on or off the
record with anyone.
Keep everything confidential:
Transcripts not for public distribution
Transcription orders or info
Oral communication re proceeding
Compare ethical/unethical behavior - ANSWER: Ethical:
AAERT code of professional ethics- right, honest, proper
Unethical:
Stipulations that court reporter can do something illegal (example swearing in
witness over phone not allowed because you can't see them).
Any changes that don't reflect the record accurately.
Discuss ethics around gift giving - ANSWER: Avoid giving or receiving any gift,
incentive, or reward to/from an attorney, client, witness, or anyone associated with
the proceedings (other than payment for services).
Discuss maintaining a neutral, calm, professional demeanor - ANSWER: Have to listen
to awful testimony?
Discover what works for you
Intensely concentrate on work at hand
Extreme cases: ask for recess
Exhibit professional demeanor-keep thoughts private
Avoid appearance of impropriety
Describe how to avoid appearance of impropriety - ANSWER: Be alert to situations
that may present the possibility of conflicts of interest.
Guard against not only the fact, but the appearance of it.
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+ (NEWEST VERSION)
Describe Equipment Needed for All Types of Audio Recording Setups - ANSWER:
Mics, Cables/Connectors/Digital Mixer/Computer/Software
Identify Everything Necessary in Order to Create an Accurate Transcript - ANSWER:
Equipment set up and tested.
All parties arrived: business cards received and cells off.
Read certain info into record: name, company address, date, time, location, case
caption, party who ordered, notice or stipulation, witness name, names of parties.
Swear in Witness.
Record and Annotate.
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Certifies a Question - ANSWER: Make
annotation immediately (usually witness refuses to answer question).
Check local rules for specific procedures.
Usually separate document listing these. Sign and give to atty.
Describe Basic Troubleshooting Steps During Video Conference & Telephonic
Proceedings - ANSWER: Sound quality crucial.
Use a high-quality speakerphone.
Speakers identified as they speak (when 2 or more).
Place mics where they pick up best sound.
Describe How to Effectively Work with a Videographer. - ANSWER: Take charge of
room upon arrival.
Be professional and polite but firm.
Explain where you need to set up and why.
Video must frame the witness.
Videographer will have a script to follow that they put on their record. Explain this to
attys.
Compare and Contrast Original vs Copy - ANSWER: Only ONE original for signature
(by deponent).
Copies are clearly marked and certified (use Notary Seal).
Keep a copy for file.
Define Importance of an Accurate & Verbatim Record & How it Impacts Judicial
System - ANSWER: Minutes of events as they occur.
Becomes part of the Court's official record.
You are acting as an impartial quasi-officer of the court.
Describe How to Request and/or Research Proper Nouns to Verify Spelling for
Transcription - ANSWER: Ask parties after hearing.
,Describe Procedure When an Attorney Strikes Something from the Record -
ANSWER: Removes a portion of the record from consideration by a fact-finder.
The material stricken remains physically in evidence-in case the ruling to strike is
found on appeal to be in error.
Describe procedure when an Attorney marks something confidential - ANSWER:
Check State, Federal, Local Guidelines.
Use a Watermark or Footer on each pg of testimony to clearly show the transcript is
subject to protection.
"Subject to Protective Order" or "Confidential & Sealed"
Describe Chain of Custody - ANSWER: Record showing proper maintenance of REAL
evidence as opposed to mere documents.
Identify types of power sources - ANSWER: Internal battery source
External Power Source (Phantom Power-Mixer, etc)
(Batteries not suggested)
Identify Microphone Types and Sizes - ANSWER: Dynamic
Condenser
Combination of the 2
Describe how to actively adjust tracks for proper audio level - ANSWER: Use the gain
pad to adjust levels on audio channels (on mixer).
Find a "home" position for each control (average amount of gain).
May need to be adjusted by environment.
Discuss Confidence Monitoring - ANSWER: Digital Recording Software MUST provide
a method to monitor the recorded content after it has been written to the
computer's hard disc.
Provides the reporter confidence that they are capturing a quality recording.
Identify permanently installed equipment vs mobile equipment - ANSWER: All need
the same thing: assess recording room and take into consideration all elements of
the environment.
Permanent- Stuck with what is already there.
Independent- Select own equipment and placement
Describe proper audio recording equipment maintenance - ANSWER: Cords: Make
sure no cracks or bends.
Mixer: Lights properly.
Mics: Proper storage (original packaging or bubble wrap)
CDs: Stored in plastic storage boxes
Describe how to perform playback or read back requested testimony - ANSWER: Find
annotation for what they want played or read back.
,(This is to clear up a specific point raised in an objection.
Timestamp each objection to make it easier to find.)
Unplug headset and press play.
Discuss how to effectively set up equipment and software for remote and hybrid
proceedings - ANSWER: Mic placement near the source speaker.
Use high quality speakerphone.
No non-verbal ques.
Discuss conduct during remote/virtual proceedings - ANSWER: Oath by Notary- Face
to Face.
If you can't see them, is there a Notary there?
Everyone needs to hear everyone else speak without interrupting.
Define retention of all notes and records of proceedings as stipulated by applicable
laws, rules, and regulations - ANSWER: Court Reporters: written and/or audio of
proceeding produce verbatim record (archive recordings).
Clerks: Evidence (documents)
Law Enforcement: Evidence (physical)
Describe instructions to participants and remind as necessary - ANSWER: Speak
clearly and speak up
Avoid cross talk and non-verbal events, mumbling
No cells/Get business cards
Speakers near mics
No extraneous loud noises
No reading too fast
Describe transcript order protocol for each type of proceeding - ANSWER: After
depo:
Ask if signature of deposed is required or waived
Ask for transcript copy orders
Ask for expected delivery time
Ask about method of payment
Read & Sign Transcript (if not waived)
Ask who retains exhibits
Check spelling of proper nouns or specialized terms
Discuss rough and expedited transcripts - ANSWER: "Dirty ASCII"
Not considered a complete or legally binding record of a deposition (Without details)
Identify proper technical escalation assistance - ANSWER: Transferring a customer's
problem to a higher level of support when it can't be resolved by current level.
Explain how HIPAA works for dcr - ANSWER: Protection of electronic protected
health information.
"Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996"
, Privacy Rule: National Standards
Security Rule: National Standards re electronics
How to handle conflict of interest situation - ANSWER: Avoid the appearance of any
impropriety or partiality to all parties involved.
Be familiar with local, state, and federal rules
Define professional appearance - ANSWER: First impressions matter.
Err on the conservative side:
Comfortable clothing
Won't distract from proceedings
Nothing provocative
Not unkempt or unclean
No noisy jewelry
Positively reflect on your skills and competence.
Discuss maintaining confidentiality - ANSWER: Don't discuss remarks on or off the
record with anyone.
Keep everything confidential:
Transcripts not for public distribution
Transcription orders or info
Oral communication re proceeding
Compare ethical/unethical behavior - ANSWER: Ethical:
AAERT code of professional ethics- right, honest, proper
Unethical:
Stipulations that court reporter can do something illegal (example swearing in
witness over phone not allowed because you can't see them).
Any changes that don't reflect the record accurately.
Discuss ethics around gift giving - ANSWER: Avoid giving or receiving any gift,
incentive, or reward to/from an attorney, client, witness, or anyone associated with
the proceedings (other than payment for services).
Discuss maintaining a neutral, calm, professional demeanor - ANSWER: Have to listen
to awful testimony?
Discover what works for you
Intensely concentrate on work at hand
Extreme cases: ask for recess
Exhibit professional demeanor-keep thoughts private
Avoid appearance of impropriety
Describe how to avoid appearance of impropriety - ANSWER: Be alert to situations
that may present the possibility of conflicts of interest.
Guard against not only the fact, but the appearance of it.
