Logic and Accuracy (pre-election) Test
Logic and Accuracy (pre-election) Test: A means of determining that voting systems will function properly for the election by recording test votes on each…
Also known as: LAT
Definition
A means of determining that voting systems will function properly for the election by recording test votes on each machine, verifying that it is possible to vote for each candidate on the ballot and that these votes are tabulated correctly all the way through to the canvass. This can be done, for example, by casting a different number of votes for each candidate or issue position in each race or contest on the ballot. Different testing requirements apply to different types of voting systems (e.g., optical scan sensor calibration, touch screen calibration, etc.). After testing, officials clear the voting machinery, set vote totals to zero and empty the physical or electronic ballot boxes, sealing the systems prior to their official use for the election.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
A test to determine whether a voting device is operating properly and whether its ballot is set up correctly. Testing “the tabulator setups of a new election definition to ensure that the content correctly reflects the election being he ld (i.e., contests, candidates, number to be elected, ballot styles, etc.) and that all voti ng positions can be voted for the maximum number of eligible candidates and that results are accurately tabulated and reported.” 2005 VVSG V1, APPENDIX A. The purpose of logic and accuracy tes ting is to detect malfunctioning and misconfigured devices before polls are opened. It is not a defense against fraud.” 2007 VVSG. Abbreviated LAT.
- Definition 3
LOGIC AND Accuracy TEST