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Updated 3 Oct 2024
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Q1. 1. Garner vs murre rule 2. Treatment of goodwill in partnership 3. Accounting equation 4. Residential status of individuals in income tax 5. Income tax slabs. 6. Ratio analysis 7. Cash flow fund flow 8. Maney m...

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A list of topics related to accounting, finance, economics, and management.

  • Garner vs Murre rule for punctuation in legal writing

  • Treatment of goodwill in partnership accounting

  • Accounting equation: Assets = Liabilities + Equity

  • Residential status of individuals in income tax: Resident, Non-Resident, and Resident but Not Ordinarily Resident

  • Income tax slabs for different income levels

  • Ratio analysis for financial statement analysis

  • Cash flow vs fund flow statement

  • Money market vs cap...read more

Q2. What is your performance there? Can you provide the proof?

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I consistently meet or exceed performance expectations as a proofreader.

  • I have a track record of accurately proofreading documents within tight deadlines.

  • I consistently maintain a high level of attention to detail and catch errors that others may miss.

  • I have received positive feedback from clients and colleagues on my proofreading skills.

  • I can provide samples of my work to demonstrate the quality of my proofreading.

  • I have consistently met or exceeded productivity targets in m...read more

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Q3. What are the first things you woulg look out for when proofreading content?

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The first things to look out for when proofreading content

  • Spelling and grammar errors

  • Punctuation mistakes

  • Consistency in formatting and style

  • Clarity and coherence of the content

  • Correct usage of words and phrases

  • Proper sentence structure

  • Correct capitalization and hyphenation

  • Formatting errors (e.g., incorrect indentation, spacing)

  • Inconsistencies in numbering or bullet points

  • Missing or misplaced citations or references

Q4. Do you know proof reading?

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Yes, I am familiar with proofreading.

  • I have experience in proofreading various types of documents such as essays, articles, and reports.

  • I am skilled in identifying and correcting grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and punctuation errors.

  • I have a keen eye for detail and can ensure the accuracy and clarity of written content.

  • I am familiar with style guides and can adhere to specific formatting requirements.

  • I can provide constructive feedback and suggestions to improve the o...read more

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Q5. Do you have any experience in proofreading prior to this?

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Yes, I have experience in proofreading from my previous job as a content editor.

  • Worked as a content editor for a publishing company, where proofreading was a key responsibility

  • Reviewed and corrected grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors in various types of content

  • Ensured consistency in style and formatting throughout the content

  • Provided feedback to writers to improve the quality of their work

Q6. How many languages can you speak.

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I can speak fluently in three languages: English, Spanish, and French.

  • Fluent in English, Spanish, and French

  • Can understand basic Italian and Portuguese

  • Experience translating documents from Spanish to English

  • Lived in France for a year and studied the language intensively

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Q7. WHAT IS SYSTEM and its running properly

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A system is a set of interconnected components working together to achieve a specific goal or function.

  • A system consists of inputs, processes, outputs, and feedback loops.

  • Examples of systems include the human body, a computer operating system, and a transportation network.

  • Systems can be natural or man-made, simple or complex.

  • Systems can be analyzed and optimized for efficiency and effectiveness.

Q8. Difference between US and UK spellings

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US and UK spellings differ in certain words due to historical and linguistic reasons.

  • US uses -ize endings while UK uses -ise (e.g. realize vs realise)

  • US uses -or endings while UK uses -our (e.g. color vs colour)

  • US uses -er endings while UK uses -re (e.g. center vs centre)

  • US uses -og endings while UK uses -ogue (e.g. catalog vs catalogue)

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Q9. Examples of the US and UK medical words

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Examples of medical words used in the US and UK

  • US: ER (emergency room), insurance deductible, copay

  • UK: A&E (accident and emergency), NHS (National Health Service), GP (general practitioner)

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