When writing in a paper record and an error is made, which of the following document guidelines is acceptable?
A) Scribble out error.
B) Use whiteout to cover up the error.
C) Erase the error.
D) Draw a line through the error.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Correct the error by drawing one line through it. Write "error" above the corrected word or words and date and initial the correction. Then write in the correction. Never scribble, erase, or use whiteout on an error. For legal purposes, it is crucial that the corrected error be readable.

When Writing in a Paper Record and an Error Is