Error Checking Test

The Error Checking Test evaluates a candidate's ability to focus and spot errors in different data sets. Recruiters prefer to use error checking tests for repetitive jobs that require high accuracy.

Covered skills:

Spotting errors
Identifying mistakes
Verifying data
Checking consistency
Proof-reading
Detecting typos

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About the Error Checking Assessment Test

The Error Checking Test helps recruiters and hiring managers identify qualified candidates from a pool of resumes, and helps in taking objective hiring decisions. It reduces the administrative overhead of interviewing too many candidates and saves time by filtering out unqualified candidates at the first step of the hiring process.

The test screens for the following skills that hiring managers look for in candidates:

Spotting errors in code and written content
Identifying mistakes in code and written content
Verifying data accuracy and consistency
Checking for typos in code and written content
Proof-reading code and written content for errors
Detecting logical inconsistencies in code and written content
Understanding and applying error-handling techniques
Analyzing and correcting errors in code and written content
Identifying and resolving inconsistencies in data
Recognizing and rectifying common coding mistakes
Debugging and troubleshooting code
Efficiently reviewing and correcting syntax errors

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🧐 Question
Medium Email Review Communication Proofreading Grammar Editing	Solve
You are an executive assistant tasked with proofreading an email before it's sent to a potential client. Here's the draft: Which of the following corrections should be made to this email? A: Change "apprecaite" to "appreciate" B: Change "optimizes" to "optimize" C: Change "hesistate" to "hesitate" D: Changes A and B E: Changes B and C F: Changes C and A G: Changes A, B and C H: No changes necessary
Medium Health Report Scrutiny Data Analysis Attention To Inconsistencies	Solve
You are a public health officer reviewing a report on a recent outbreak of a rare disease in a small town. The report includes the following data: - The outbreak started on June 1, 2023. - The peak of the outbreak occurred in mid-July, with over 100 new cases daily. - The outbreak was controlled by early August 2023. - A total of 1,250 cases were reported. However, in the section on patient demographics, the report states, "Of the 1,350 patients affected, 65% were adults (18-64), 20% were seniors (65 and above), and 15% were children (below 18)." What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The timeline of the outbreak is inconsistent. B: The peak of the outbreak is misstated. C: The total number of reported cases doesn't match with the patient demographics data. D: The age groups for the demographics are incorrect. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.
Easy Tech Report Reassessment Data Analysis Analyzing Data For Discrepancies Data Interpretation	Solve
You are a technology analyst reviewing a report on the performance of a new software update. The report includes the following details: - The update was released in January 2023. - It targeted to improve processing speed by 15%. - User feedback surveys report an average satisfaction score of 4 out of 5. - Out of the 1000 survey responses, 850 users rated their satisfaction with the update as 3 or below. What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The release date of the software update is incorrect. B: The projected improvement in processing speed is overstated. C: The average user satisfaction score contradicts the findings of the user feedback survey. D: The number of survey responses is incorrectly stated. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.

	🧐 Question	🔧 Skill
	Medium Email Review Communication Proofreading Grammar Editing	2 mins Error Checking	Solve
You are an executive assistant tasked with proofreading an email before it's sent to a potential client. Here's the draft: Which of the following corrections should be made to this email? A: Change "apprecaite" to "appreciate" B: Change "optimizes" to "optimize" C: Change "hesistate" to "hesitate" D: Changes A and B E: Changes B and C F: Changes C and A G: Changes A, B and C H: No changes necessary
	Medium Health Report Scrutiny Data Analysis Attention To Inconsistencies	2 mins Error Checking	Solve
You are a public health officer reviewing a report on a recent outbreak of a rare disease in a small town. The report includes the following data: - The outbreak started on June 1, 2023. - The peak of the outbreak occurred in mid-July, with over 100 new cases daily. - The outbreak was controlled by early August 2023. - A total of 1,250 cases were reported. However, in the section on patient demographics, the report states, "Of the 1,350 patients affected, 65% were adults (18-64), 20% were seniors (65 and above), and 15% were children (below 18)." What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The timeline of the outbreak is inconsistent. B: The peak of the outbreak is misstated. C: The total number of reported cases doesn't match with the patient demographics data. D: The age groups for the demographics are incorrect. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.
	Easy Tech Report Reassessment Data Analysis Analyzing Data For Discrepancies Data Interpretation	2 mins Error Checking	Solve
You are a technology analyst reviewing a report on the performance of a new software update. The report includes the following details: - The update was released in January 2023. - It targeted to improve processing speed by 15%. - User feedback surveys report an average satisfaction score of 4 out of 5. - Out of the 1000 survey responses, 850 users rated their satisfaction with the update as 3 or below. What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The release date of the software update is incorrect. B: The projected improvement in processing speed is overstated. C: The average user satisfaction score contradicts the findings of the user feedback survey. D: The number of survey responses is incorrectly stated. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.

	🧐 Question	🔧 Skill	💪 Difficulty	⌛ Time
	Email Review Communication Proofreading Grammar Editing	Error Checking	Medium	2 mins	Solve
You are an executive assistant tasked with proofreading an email before it's sent to a potential client. Here's the draft: Which of the following corrections should be made to this email? A: Change "apprecaite" to "appreciate" B: Change "optimizes" to "optimize" C: Change "hesistate" to "hesitate" D: Changes A and B E: Changes B and C F: Changes C and A G: Changes A, B and C H: No changes necessary
	Health Report Scrutiny Data Analysis Attention To Inconsistencies	Error Checking	Medium	2 mins	Solve
You are a public health officer reviewing a report on a recent outbreak of a rare disease in a small town. The report includes the following data: - The outbreak started on June 1, 2023. - The peak of the outbreak occurred in mid-July, with over 100 new cases daily. - The outbreak was controlled by early August 2023. - A total of 1,250 cases were reported. However, in the section on patient demographics, the report states, "Of the 1,350 patients affected, 65% were adults (18-64), 20% were seniors (65 and above), and 15% were children (below 18)." What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The timeline of the outbreak is inconsistent. B: The peak of the outbreak is misstated. C: The total number of reported cases doesn't match with the patient demographics data. D: The age groups for the demographics are incorrect. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.
	Tech Report Reassessment Data Analysis Analyzing Data For Discrepancies Data Interpretation	Error Checking	Easy	2 mins	Solve
You are a technology analyst reviewing a report on the performance of a new software update. The report includes the following details: - The update was released in January 2023. - It targeted to improve processing speed by 15%. - User feedback surveys report an average satisfaction score of 4 out of 5. - Out of the 1000 survey responses, 850 users rated their satisfaction with the update as 3 or below. What is the discrepancy in the report? A: The release date of the software update is incorrect. B: The projected improvement in processing speed is overstated. C: The average user satisfaction score contradicts the findings of the user feedback survey. D: The number of survey responses is incorrectly stated. E: No discrepancy was found in the report.

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Why you should use Pre-employment Error Checking Test?

The Error Checking Test makes use of scenario-based questions to test for on-the-job skills as opposed to theoretical knowledge, ensuring that candidates who do well on this screening test have the relavant skills. The questions are designed to covered following on-the-job aspects:

Spotting errors in code and data
Identifying mistakes and debugging issues
Verifying data accuracy and integrity
Checking consistency in coding practices
Proof-reading code for syntax errors
Detecting and fixing typos and typosquatting
Analyzing and resolving error messages
Troubleshooting logic and program flow
Handling exceptions and error handling
Testing and validating data input/output

Once the test is sent to a candidate, the candidate receives a link in email to take the test. For each candidate, you will receive a detailed report with skills breakdown and benchmarks to shortlist the top candidates from your pool.

What topics are covered in the Error Checking Test?

Spotting errors: This skill involves the ability to identify and recognize mistakes, inconsistencies, or inaccuracies in data, content, or information. It is important to measure this skill in the test to assess the candidate's attention to detail and their ability to identify and correct errors, which is a crucial aspect in many job roles.

Identifying mistakes: This skill requires the ability to detect and point out errors or flaws in data, content, or information. By measuring this skill in the test, recruiters can evaluate the candidate's problem-solving skills, keen observation, and critical thinking abilities, as well as their ability to ensure the accuracy and quality of work.

Verifying data: This skill involves the process of checking and confirming the accuracy and reliability of data, ensuring that it is complete and consistent. Measuring this skill in the test helps recruiters assess the candidate's attention to detail, ability to cross-check information, and ensure the integrity of data, which is important in roles where accurate data is crucial.

Checking consistency: This skill refers to the ability to ensure that data, content, or information is uniform, coherent, and free from contradictions or discrepancies. By including this skill in the test, recruiters can evaluate the candidate's ability to maintain consistency, accuracy, and quality in their work, which is essential in various roles where coherent and error-free output is required.

Proof-reading: This skill entails carefully reviewing written content for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style. By measuring this skill in the test, recruiters can assess the candidate's proficiency in language usage and their meticulousness in ensuring error-free written materials, making it valuable for roles that involve creating or reviewing written content.

Detecting typos: This skill involves the ability to identify and correct typographical errors in written content. Measuring this skill in the test helps recruiters evaluate the candidate's attention to detail and their ability to spot and fix minute errors efficiently, which is important in roles where accuracy and quality of written materials are paramount.

Full list of covered topics

The actual topics of the questions in the final test will depend on your job description and requirements. However, here's a list of topics you can expect the questions for Error Checking Test to be based on.

Syntax errors

Logical errors

Data verification

Code consistency

Error correction

Typos detection

Proof-reading techniques

Exception handling

Debugging methods

Inconsistency detection

Common coding mistakes

Error analysis

Data inconsistency resolution

Troubleshooting practices

Syntax review

Error identification

Data accuracy

Code consistency checking

Typographical errors

Code proof-reading

Logical inconsistency detection

Mistake identification

Error resolution

Data verification techniques

Debugging skills

Inconsistency resolution

Common coding errors

Error handling

Troubleshooting strategies

Syntax correction

Error tracking

Data consistency

Code quality checking

Typo detection

Code validation

Debugging techniques

Inconsistency detection methods

Coding mistakes

Error analysis

Data consistency checking

Proof-reading methods

Exception handling techniques

Debugging proficiency

Inconsistency resolution methods

Code defect detection

Typo correction

Code optimization

Error prevention

Data integrity

Code consistency analysis

Proof-reading skills

Exception handling strategies

Troubleshooting expertise

What roles can I use the Error Checking Test for?

Customer Support Executive
Analyst
Sales Representative
Graphic Designer
Business Analyst
Data Analyst
Bookkeeper
Accountant

How is the Error Checking Test customized for senior candidates?

For intermediate/ experienced candidates, we customize the assessment questions to include advanced topics and increase the difficulty level of the questions. This might include adding questions on topics like

Implementing error-handling techniques
Building robust and fault-tolerant systems
Optimizing error detection and recovery
Analyzing and correcting data inconsistencies
Enhancing data validation mechanisms
Ensuring code meets quality assurance standards
Applying best practices for error prevention
Evaluating and improving error-handling strategies

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What is the Error Checking Test?

The Error Checking Test assesses a candidate's ability to spot errors, identify mistakes, verify data, check consistency, proof-read, and detect typos. It is used by recruiters to evaluate candidates for roles requiring attention to detail and precision.

Can I combine Error Checking Test with Attention To Detail questions?

Yes, recruiters can request a custom test that includes both error checking and attention to detail questions. This allows for a comprehensive assessment of a candidate's capabilities in these essential skills.

What skills are assessed for senior roles in the Error Checking Test?

The test assesses skills such as implementing error-handling techniques, building fault-tolerant systems, optimizing error detection and recovery, correcting data inconsistencies, and ensuring quality assurance standards.

How to use the Error Checking Test in my hiring process?

Use this test as a pre-screening tool at the start of your recruitment process. Add a link to the assessment in your job post or invite candidates via email. It's designed to identify skilled candidates earlier and faster.

Can I test error checking and data entry together in a test?

Yes, you can test both error checking and data entry together. This is recommended to ensure candidates have strong skills in both areas.

What are the main cognitive ability tests?

The main cognitive ability tests include Abstract Reasoning Test, Critical Thinking Test, and Logical Reasoning Test.

Can I combine multiple skills into one custom assessment?

Yes, absolutely. Custom assessments are set up based on your job description, and will include questions on all must-have skills you specify. Here's a quick guide on how you can request a custom test.

Do you have any anti-cheating or proctoring features in place?

We have the following anti-cheating features in place:

Non-googleable questions
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How do I interpret test scores?

The primary thing to keep in mind is that an assessment is an elimination tool, not a selection tool. A skills assessment is optimized to help you eliminate candidates who are not technically qualified for the role, it is not optimized to help you find the best candidate for the role. So the ideal way to use an assessment is to decide a threshold score (typically 55%, we help you benchmark) and invite all candidates who score above the threshold for the next rounds of interview.

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Each Adaface assessment is customized to your job description/ ideal candidate persona (our subject matter experts will pick the right questions for your assessment from our library of 10000+ questions). This assessment can be customized for any experience level.

Does every candidate get the same questions?

Yes, it makes it much easier for you to compare candidates. Options for MCQ questions and the order of questions are randomized. We have anti-cheating/ proctoring features in place. In our enterprise plan, we also have the option to create multiple versions of the same assessment with questions of similar difficulty levels.

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