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Post Service exam

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Postal service employees operate under a mandate to protect and preserve the mail placed in its: Custody
A violation of the security and sanctity of the mail is: Failing to deliver the mail
The first opportunity for a Sales and Servies Associate (SSA) to start the customer experience on a positive note is to: Deliver a first impression
The type of communication that can enhance or contradict messages is: Nonverbal Communication
The approach a Sales and Services Associate (SSA) can use to engage our customers and ensure their needs are met is A+GIST
Why is maintaining the security and sanctity of the mail one of the core responsibilities of the postal service? Instill customers confidence
Successful sales transactions occur when the Sales and Services Associate (SSA) Makes an informed mutual decision with the customer on products/ services
What is the most positive way to impact customer perception of the post office. Provide World Class Customer Service
The U.S. Postal Service is the only delivery services that reaches: Every address in the nation 6 days a week
An organized workstation creates a more ______ workplace. Efficient
How a Sales and Services Associate (SSA) conducts themselves on the job effects the: Postal Brand
An active listening technique used to create a successful transaction is called: Clarifying
One of the first things a customer notice about a Sales and Services Associate (SSA) is their: Personal appearance
The primary law enforcement for the United States Postal Services is the: Postal Inspection Service
The minimum length of a letter is how many inches long 5 inches
The maximum size of a flat-sized mail piece is: 12 in x 15 in
A machinable parcel cannot weigh more than: 25 pounds
A parcel that weighs more than 70 pounds is: Nonmailable
Non machinable surcharges are applied to First- Class letters when the items is: Polybagged or polywrapped
The minimum size of a postcards is the same size as a: Letter
In order for a postcard to be mailed, it must be: Rectangular
The maximum size of a flat is 15 inches long, ____ inches high, and 0.75 inches thick. 12
Proper design and construction of a mailpiece which conforms to minimum and maximum mailing standards ensures: Mailability
Correctly identifying nonmachinable characteristics of a First- Class mail letters and applying correct pricing helps to protect: Revenue generation
A letter that is square instead of rectangular is considered: Nonmachinable
Nonmachinable letters are processed: Manually
Preferred services that usually offer the customer the best value is Priority Mail and Priority Express
A priority mail express customer is entitled to a refund if the item was Delivered to the recipient late
Which type of mail consists of items sent within the United States? Domestic
What must a flat be in addition to meeting rectangular and size requirements? Flexible
What pricing can be charged for Priority Mail items measuring over one cubic foot destinating to Zone 6? Dimensional
What is the most secure service that the Postal Service offers? Registered mail
First- Class Mail consists of greeting cards, statements, bills, and: Business documents
Any mailable item weighing ____ or less can be sent First- Class Mail. 13 ounces
The maximum length and girth for Priority Mail is: 108 inches
If a customer receives damaged or missing contents, a claim must be filed no later than ____ days from the date of mailing: 60
Restricted Delivery Service ensures that mail is delivered only to a ____ or the addressee’s authorized agent: Specific addressee
If an item is insured for over _____ you must also obtain the recipients signature of receipt: $500
What is the maximum amount collectible from the recipient for an individual article sent using Collect on Delivery (COD)? $1000
Acceptable material for free matter for the blind includes all of the following, except: Advertisements
What document is used to show contents for international mailings? Customs
A change of address is valid for: 18 months
When a customer requests Premium Fowarding Service residential (PFSR), the mailpieces are mailed to the customer using Priority Mail Service: Weekly
First- Class Mail can be ______ for free up to 12 months. Forwarded
Migratory bird stamps are essential for: Hunting
Designated post offices have a service called _____ available for transients: General Delivery
Which premium service for individuals or companies offer more pickup times? Caller Services
Which free service is available for customers that normally receive 50 letters or more on the first delivery trip? Fire holdout
An optional, free daily preview of mailpieces to be delivered is called: Informed delivery
What form would a customer fill out to have their mail permanently forwarded forwarded to a new address? Change of address
Premium Forwarding Services (PFS) offers residential customers the option of having their mail reshipped to them temporarily for: 12 months
The lost or stolen money order list if found in the: Postal bulletin
Registered mail can be insured up to: $50,000
Packages bearing a DOT limited quantity label can be shipped by: USPS Ground Advantage
Firearms, intoxicating liquors, and cigarettes are categorized as: Restricted matter
Failure to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) could result in significant fines of more than _____ per day per incident 50,000
The customer can request a cash back option when using a debit card up to: $50
All postal products & services can be purchased by credit card EXCEPT: Money orders
The best time to complete PS Form 8105- B, suspicious transaction report is: After customer leaves the window
Advance deposits must be remitted before: Excessive cash builds up in the SSA till
The SSA must complete PS Form 8105- A funds transaction report, when the customer purchases _____ or more in money orders in a single day $3000
When filling out a PS Form 8105- B, suspicious transaction report, the SSA should: Collect information from a safe distance inside the building
When would a PS Form 8105- B, suspicious transaction report, be filed? A customer purchased $1000 worth day of money orders everyday for a week
Money orders CANNOT be paid for with a: Credit card
Successful sales transactions occur when the Sales and Services Associate (SSA): Creates repeat, loyal, & knowledgeable customers
A unit where each Sales and Services Associate (SSA) is assigned stamp stock & is accountable for any losses is called? Individual Accountability
The 3 major sections on PS Form 1412, Daily Financial report, are: Receipts, Stamp Accountability, & disbursements
The purpose of PS Form 1412, Daily Financial Report, is to run: Receipt control
The value of the stamp stock credit & money orders co-signed to the Sales and Services Associate (SSA) is: Stamp Credit
This device is available for customers, is in post office lobbies & is designed to process many transactions normally handled by SSA. Self- Service Kiosk (SSK)
This person triages customers standing in line by directing them to SSKs or the full- service line. Lobby Assistant
Except for the 5- day exception for checks, the units daily bank deposit CANNOT be less than _____ $100
Self- Service Kiosks (SSK) are available 24 hrs, 7 days a week
Which retail channel allows USPS customer in- city delivery areas to purchase postal products by ordering them through the mail? Stamps by mail
The manual with postage prices & classes of mail transmitted among then U.S., U.S. Territories, APOs, DPOs, & the United Nations is the: The Domestic Mail Manual (DMM)
The official source of updates of Postal policies & procedures is: Postal Bulletin
In order to keep the mail safe & determine the Mailability of certain items, a Sales & Services Associate (SSA) would utilize the: Publication 52
The list of missing, stolen, or lost postal money orders is found in the _____. Postal Bulletin
What list specially designed to assist a Sales & Services Associate (SSA) in performing their job? Directives
A weekly publication designed to streamline unit is the: Retail Digest
The Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) is mail transmitted among: The United States of America
The resource where mail processing categories can be found is the: Domestic Mail Manual (DMM)
The International Mail Manual outlines policies, regulations, & _____ standards for International services. Mailing
If a customer needs more information on business mail, the Sales & Services Associate (SSA) should direct them to: Postal Explorer
Created by: Regine1
 

 



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