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Proofreading Process and Proofreader Marks

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What is the main purpose of proofreading?

Designing the layout of the document

Adding more content to the document

Comparing the copy to the original and marking errors (correct)

Rewriting the entire document

Where are proofreader marks typically found?

On the rough draft of a document (correct)

Final published documents

On the screen while typing

In emails and text messages

Which of the following best describes proofreader marks?

Symbols used to mark errors and changes in a document (correct)

Colors used for highlighting important sections

Artistic drawings for visual enhancement

Numbers that indicate page order

Which task is NOT part of proofreading?

Adding new paragraphs Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a rough draft from a final document?

The presence of proofreader marks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using proofreader marks on a rough draft?

To indicate corrections needed Signup and view all the answers

In the proofreading process, what is the main function of comparing a copy to the original?

To identify potential errors Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for proofreader marks to be applied to both digital and paper copies?

To ensure consistency in corrections Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes proofreader marks from regular text highlighting in a document?

Proofreader marks indicate corrections Signup and view all the answers

Why are proofreader marks primarily found on rough drafts rather than final documents?

To prevent errors from being overlooked Signup and view all the answers