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Will the words be read to me, or will I need to read them?

C Grace

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You should be provided with a text that you are expected to read yourself and replicate within a certain time frame.

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What is a passing score on a typing test?

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A typing speed above 40 WPM (Words Per Minute) is higher than the average score, and over 100 WPM is usually considered a high speed (when it is achieved with zero errors).

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How can I improve my typing speed?

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Find a paragraph online to practice with and begin timing yourself while you type the paragraph. Like anything else, continue to practice with that same paragraph until you are able to beat your own speed. Eventually you can try to do it without looking at the keyboard.

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What should I do in typing club?

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Do whatever you are asked to do. You are there to improve your skills, so take advantage of other people's knowledge and experience.

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Am I allowed to look at the keyboard in corporate interviews?

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No.

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I know how to type very well, but I fail the test. Any advice?

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Sometimes you just have to keep practicing to get better at something. There's really no such thing as a maximum potential.

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What do I do if I miss the finger positions on a typing test?

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Take a quick time-out to reset your finger positioning. Most tests don't really test for positioning, but if it's important for yours, just try to keep going to the best of your ability.

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