Which Statement Pertains to Parallel Translation

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which statement pertains to parallel translation?

• A) A committee of translators,each of whom is fluent in at least two of the languages in which the questionnaire will be administered,discusses alternative versions of the questionnaire and makes modifications until consensus is reached.
• B) Repeat translations and back translations may be necessary to develop equivalent questionnaires,and this process can be cumbersome and time consuming.
• C) The questionnaire is translated from the base language by a bilingual speaker whose native language is the language into which the questionnaire is being translated.
• D) If the translator is not fluent in both languages and not familiar with both cultures,direct translation of certain words and phrases may be erroneous.

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Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the price of a good or service and the quantity of that good or service that a supplier is willing and able to supply.

Total Variable Costs

The sum of all costs that vary with the level of output, including materials and labor directly involved in the production process.

Output

The total amount of goods or services that are produced by a company or an economy.

Price Discounts

Reductions from the regular selling price of goods or services, often used as a strategy to increase demand or reward customers.