Public Accuracy Test

Primary definition

A "public test conducted prior to election day for the purpose of demonstrating the accuracy of the computer program and voting system which will be used to count the ballots and to demonstrate and explain the testing procedures being used to determine the accuracy." Minn. Rules §8220.0250.24.

Also known asPAT · pre-election logic and accuracy test · LAT · logic and accuracy test · election equipment accuracy test · voting system accuracy test
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A "public test conducted prior to election day for the purpose of demonstrating the accuracy of the computer program and voting system which will be used to count the ballots and to demonstrate and explain the testing procedures being used to determine the accuracy." Minn. Rules §8220.0250.24.

Electronic Voting Glossary · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Public Accuracy Test. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/public-accuracy-test

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