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Attorneys often tell witnesses, “Please answer with ‘yes’ or ‘no’ because the court reporter can’t type ‘uh-huh.’” But the truth is, we can—and do—capture every utterance phonetically. The real issue arises when interpreting these sounds on paper. A simple solution? State upfront: “‘Uh-huh’ means yes; ‘huh-uh’ means no.” This small clarification eliminates later confusion and ensures a clear, undisputed record for all.