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How about BF 11.2.5a which says that tables begin in cell 1.
As for boxes, because the box lines use the width of the braille line (unless BF says otherwise) they should start in cell 1.
In the examples attached here (both of them), the questions tell the reader to complete the table, so there would be no confusion. I get that the ideal situation is to keep the 1-3, or 1-5, 3-5 format for exercise material but sometimes it just isn't possible when following the rules of BF.
Cindi
Boxes always start in cell 1...even within exercise material. The box lines take it 'outside' the 'regular' text.
If you have an example of what you mean about boxes/tables that are numbered/lettered answer choices, attach a copy so I can see what you mean and then I can address that issue.
Have a good day!
Cindi
I agree with you that the first table would be better as something other than a table. It's not really a table anyway - there is no relationship between columns OR rows. You could do this as you suggested (subheading with paragraphs) or you could do it as a list. Since the "headings" are fully capitalized, a 1-3 list would be fine - the capitalization is enough distinction. Or you could do 1-5, 3-5 with the "heading" in 1 and the "definition" in 3. Any of these would work - just be consistent.
Cindi
Sorry for the delay in answering this.
As there are not seven choices for typeform indicators, the committee agrees that the best option is to use the same transcriber-defined typeform indicator for the blue highlighting in the text and the blue typeface in the glossary. As stated, include a transcriber's note to explain what was done. It's not an excellent option as re-purposing typeform indicators is not generally allowed, but it IS the best option given the circumstances.
Cindi
I would say that unit or part is part of the contents and should not be on a line with a page number.
Extraneous material like boxes can be on a line with page numbers, but the right margin must be maintained.
Lists within the contents would be considered part of the contents. Lists in boxes are extraneous material.
Cindi
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It appears that a lot of the material is visual. However, you could certainly transcribe the text... I'm just not sure how helpful it might be to a reader. You could probably include transcriber's notes to explain what the text applies to. There aren't rules about this type of material so you would have to do the best you can and be as consistent as possible.
Cindi
Without seeing the print, I would say that yes, 1-5, 3-5 sounds like a good option. You do not need to keep the blank lines.
Cindi
Your description of the symbol is perfect! Simple, yet concise. Be sure to use the crossed-out symbol indicator for single letters that are crossed out (and that symbol should also be on the SS page).
Cindi
After checking on this, the consensus is that these are equations ... They just use words rather than numbers. As such, when transcribing a book using Nemeth and UEB, they should be done in Nemeth.
Cindi
