Identify the correct ascending order of the following stages 1-5 when text written in magnetisable ink is passed over a Magnetic Ink Character Reader (MICR).

1.As each character passes over the head, it produces a unique waveform

2.Characters are then passed over the MICR read head

3.Ink on the paper is first magnetised

4.MICR text is passed over an MICR reader

5.The waveform is recognised by the computer system

A3, 4, 2, 1, 5

B4, 3, 2, 1, 5 ✓ Correct

C2, 4, 3, 1, 5

D1, 3, 2, 5, 4

Correct answer: (B) 4, 3, 2, 1, 5

Explanation

The correct sequence is 4, 3, 2, 1, 5, starting with the MICR text being passed over an MICR reader.

Next, in Statement 3, the ink on the paper is first magnetised.

Then, in Statement 2, the characters are passed over the MICR read head.

In Statement 1, as each character passes the head it produces a unique waveform.

Finally, in Statement 5, the waveform is recognised by the computer system.

MICR is used mainly on bank cheques to read the code line quickly and reliably.

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