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The instructions cover permissible actions such as reading questions, spelling words from the paper, and repeating instructions, while explicitly forbidding the provision of suggestions, selection of questions, or assistance with writing without separate authorization. For candidates with visual impairments, the document extends its scope to include the description of diagrams, graphs, and tables, as well as managing time tracking. These procedures are vital for invigilators and assigned readers to maintain consistent exam standards while effectively supporting candidates in need. 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They may not be familiar with what a reader can and cannot do. It helps candidates if they know what you, as their reader, can and cannot do to support them during an exam. Always tell them before the exam.  \nRemember, you must not explain symbols or unit abbreviations. For example, if the symbol > is printed, do not explain that this means ‘greater than’. Simply point to it and continue reading. If the candidate has a visual impairment, you may need to describe the symbol.  \nUse the following instructions to tell the candidate what you can and cannot do during the exam.  \n• I am here to read for you in your exam.  \n• You must make clear what you want me to read.  \n• I can read the instructions and the questions.  \n• I can read back your answer, but only if you ask me to.  \n• I can repeat instructions, but only if you make it clear which instructions you want me to read.  \n• I cannot tell you which questions to choose.  \n• I cannot tell you when to move on to the next question.  \n• I cannot tell you which questions to do first.  \n• I can spell words if you ask me, but only words on the question paper.  \n• I cannot write for you unless you also have been approved a scribe.  \nFor visually impaired candidates, you may also tell them the following:  \n• I can help you identify diagrams, graphs and tables.  \n• I can help you retrieve information found in tactile maps, diagrams, graphs and tables.  \n• I must not give you factual information or offer any suggestions about diagrams, graphs or tables.  \n• I can tell you how much time has passed and how much time is left if you ask me.  \n• I can decode symbols and unit abbreviations in maths and science exams.  \n• If we have problems communicating, I must tell the invigilator.","cbCaimlWONOgo6O5","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimlWONOgo6O5","pdf",128219,"English","# Emergency access arrangements: Instructions for readers\n## Guidelines for standard readers\n## Guidelines for visually impaired candidates","[{\"question\":\"What are the primary duties of a reader during an exam?\",\"answer\":\"A reader is responsible for reading instructions, questions, and the candidate's answers upon request, as well as spelling words found directly on the question paper.\"},{\"question\":\"What actions are strictly prohibited for a reader during an exam?\",\"answer\":\"A reader must not select questions for the candidate, advise on when to move between questions, provide suggestions or factual information about diagrams, or write on behalf of the candidate unless a scribe is also approved.\"},{\"question\":\"How should a reader handle symbols or abbreviations in an exam?\",\"answer\":\"Generally, a reader must not explain symbols or abbreviations. 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