Teleprinter and Telex Machines Quiz
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What is the primary function of a teleprinter?

  • Sending images and photos
  • Making phone calls
  • Typing and transmitting messages (correct)
  • Printing documents

What is the unique feature of telex messages compared to other forms of communication?

  • Ability to send images and diagrams
  • Fast transmission during the day only
  • Automatic re-typing at the receiver's end (correct)
  • Production of an identical typed copy simultaneously

Why is it challenging to transmit diagrams and pictures using telex?

  • Images cannot be coded for transmission
  • Telex machines lack the capability (correct)
  • They can only be used in urban areas
  • The technology is not advanced enough

What is the role of a specialist when operating a telex machine?

<p>Operating the machine expertly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a telex machine is responsible for transmitting coded signals?

<p>Keyboard transmitter (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes the telex service advantageous over other means of communication?

<p>Combining messages for faster transmission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of communication as mentioned in the text?

<p>To avoid losses in the organization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a sender encode a message according to the text?

<p>By encoding information into words, symbols, signs, or gestures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should be considered when deciding on the manner of communication?

<p>The length of the message (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does obtaining feedback in communication refer to?

<p>Getting information from the receiver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for employers and employees to be in good terms?

<p>To enable employees to report any breakdowns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does encoding in communication involve?

<p>Expressing ideas into words or gestures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of sending a message via telex or fax?

<p>Saves time and money compared to other communication methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of sending a message through telex or fax as highlighted in the text?

<p>Potential delays caused by technical issues like server crashes or wrong addresses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'FAX' (FACSIMILE) mean?

<p>Make similar or make a copy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are messages transmitted using a fax machine?

<p>Through electronic scanning and signal transmission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage of using a fax machine as mentioned in the text?

<p>Enables fast transmission of documents like contracts and certificates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic distinguishes telex messages and faxes from ordinary letters as per the text?

<p>Lower level of privacy in communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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