If two people on the same team accidentally answer at once, the answer will be considered wrong if the people do not give the same answer. If some team member other than the one on the team which first buzzed in, accidentally gives an answer, the first buzzing team still may respond, receiving points if they answer correctly, regardless of whether they were influenced by the inappropriately responding voice or not. In a case where a proper name constitutes the answer, the last name is acceptable, unless the question specifically asks for the full name or unless there could be confusion between two famous people with the same last name. In the later case, the Reader has the option of asking a team member to clarify the answer. At the end of each round, the total number of points, including unanswered questions, will be tabulated, read aloud, and the team captains and the Reader will verify the scores.
Points are cumulative for a final score.
If there is a tie at the end of the second round, the tie will stand and the two teams will share the appropriate placing. Team members are expected to be courteous and fair at all times to all officials, each other, and other team members. They must respect the space and belongings in the room during the tournament. Student players must keep their hands off the buzzer, resting on the table, before answering the questions. Pounding of the buzzer set may result in a student being removed from the table for the remainder of that round.