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DSST Technical Writing
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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Show real or imaginary objects; highlight specific parts; use exploded view to show how parts fit together.
Drawings
Negative definitions
Conclusion
Claim Letters
2. Explain how an item or process works
Parenthetical definition
Analogy
Service Manuals
Operation
3. Data organized visually for easy comparison
Tables
Full-block style
Sentence definitions
Parallel sentences
4. Advantages: gaining a better understanding of how the audience will read the document - each member of the group provides more questions and suggestions Disadvantages: disjointed writing styles - increased time to complete the project - and reduced m
Training Manuals
Modified-block style
Routine Internal Proposal
Collaborative writing
5. Emphasizes important information; reasons or examples are arranged in decreasing or increasing order of imporance; used when making recommendations or proposals.
Table of Contents
Topic outlines
Headings
Emphatic pattern
6. Single ___ for larger typeface; double for smaller typeface. Avoid orphans and widows.
Comparison
Closing Summary
Training Manuals
Columns
7. Use a synonym or clarifying phrase to explain the meaning of an unfamiliar word; easy to set up links in electronic documents.
Brochure
Parenthetical Definition
Precise
Stub
8. Used for writing step-by-step instructions.
Negative definitions
Titles and headings
Executive Summary
Sequential pattern
9. A document with an alphabetical list of definitions. It defines terms without breaking the flow. If a document has five or more technical terms it needs one of these. Insert after the appendix and bibiolography
Spatial pattern
Glossary
Headers and footers
Line Graphs
10. ______ are documents that help people how to understand how to assemble - use - and repair products.
Full-block style
Routine Internal Proposal
Background
Manuals
11. Written for trained operators of construction - computer - or manufacturing equipment for use on the job; includes instructions and safety information.
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12. Discuss history - development - and applications for the term - unless readers are only attempting to perform a task related to the term.
15 to 20
Background
Instructions
Subordination
13. The page area that contains no text or graphics - and it helps draw a reader's attention to a particular page element. Improves the readability of a document for all types of readers. Although it limits the amount of information on a page - it does n
White space
Sales Proposal
Routine Internal Proposal
Informative Abstract
14. Audience consists of experts in the subject matter - data does not require lengthy explanation e.g.: a physician giving a report to a surgeon about a patient's lab results and symptoms
Letters
High Technical
Process Description
Comparison
15. Boldface - italics - capital letters - font style - and font size are common ways to show readers the difference between _________________ headings.
Formal Internal Proposal
First-level and second-level
Progress Reports
Inquiry Letters
16. Too brief and general to convey the complexity of a term with multiple meanings.
Operation
Parenthetical definition
Thumbnails
Headers and footers
17. These kinds of reports answer the following questions: The reason for conducting the test or investigation - Problems - Results and Conclusion
Claim Letters
Laboratory Reports
Partition
Formal Internal Proposal
18. Written for repair technicians; contain troubleshooting charts for diagnosing problems
Partition
Stub
Service Manuals
Memorandum Structure
19. External proposal written in response to a request for proposals (RFP) or an invitation for bids (IFB)
Directives
Semi Technical
Although
Solicited Proposal
20. Dividing information into manageable pieces so that the document is easier for readers to follow and understand - Writers use various sequencing methods to do this.
Visuals
Columns
Operation
Chunking
21. Use images or icons to represent quantities; useful for non-experts to grasp ideas.
Passive voice and helping verbs
Instructions
Tutorials
Pictograms
22. External proposal written to request funding for a project or study.
Memorandum Structure
Justification
Bar graphs
Grant or Research Proposal
23. These build unity and clarity by creating a smoooth flow of ideas. Achieved by using ______ words (therefore - meanwhile etc) Repeating major points or words - summarizing information in previous paragraphs - using numbers to indicate steps.
Memorandum Structure
Expanded Definition
Manuals
Transitional phrases
24. Used for complex terms or when term has multiple meanings. Follows a fixed patter: indicate the term to be defined - the class in which the time belongs - and the features that make the item unique in its class.
Sentence Definition
The functional resume format
Procedures
Justification
25. This supplements or clarifies information in the text body. It is in the back and there may be more than one per topic. For example: experiment details - complicated formulas - interview questions and answers - long quotes - maps - photos - tests - v
Widow
Appendix
Descriptive Abstract
Memorandum Structure
26. Included either at the beginning of the conclusion or at the end of the body; reviews main points and findings
Proposal
Memos
Transitional phrases
Closing Summary
27. External proposal that may be short or long depending on the size of the potential sale
Operator's Manuals
Plan of work
Data Validity
Sales Proposal
28. Using '______________' to link the two sentences best contrasts the information.
Closing Summary
Although
Line Graphs
Plan of work
29. Informal written communications used in business between colleagues. The provide a record trail of decisions that can be used legally.
Gantt charts
Proposal
Feasibility Reports
Memos
30. The _______ is the left-hand column of a table - and it lists the items being compared.
Descriptive Abstract
Justification
Stub
Tables
31. Included before full report; summarized version of report
Pictograms
Conclusion
15 to 20
Informative Abstract
32. Explaining what the term does not mean.
Topic outlines
Claim Letters
Headers
Negation
33. These are sentences clarity is increased by creating lists/clauses with similar grammer. (for example - every item on a list has 'a' before it)
Full-block style
Topic outlines
Parallel sentences
Titles and headings
34. Used when writing about one subject that is similar to another.
Comparison
Directives
Closing Summary
Data Validity Questions
35. _______ are documents written to persuade readers to take some type of action.
Semi Technical
Laboratory Reports
Proposal
Tone
36. Explain how each element of a complex item works - which is especially beneficial to laypersons attempting to understand a technical subject.
Tone
Analysis of parts
Full-block style
Cause and Effect
37. External proposal written and submitted without request
Chunking
Pie charts
Unsolicited proposal
Passive voice and helping verbs
38. When using a ______________ - center the return address - date - and closing - and align body paragraphs to the left.
Parallel sentences
Schematic diagrams
Modified-block style
Feasibility Reports
39. A word on a line by itself at the end of a column
Passive voice and helping verbs
Diagrams
Feasibility Reports
Orphan
40. Letter format most appropriate with letterhead stationery - all letter elements are aligned to the left margin - and company letterhead is commonly used.
Sales Proposal
Chunking
Operator's Manuals
Full-block style
41. Increase the wordiness of a sentence
Passive voice and helping verbs
Progress Reports
Titles and headings
Captions
42. Written for unskilled individuals. The steps required to complete a task safely and efficiently - such as installing a memory card into a laptop. i.e. printed manuals - user manuals.
Topic outlines
High Technical
Widow
Instructions
43. Consist of brief phrases that indicate a document's method of development - and they are primarily used for short documents like letters and memos.
Headings
Topic outlines
Collaborative writing
Parenthetical Definition
44. Show steps in a process.
Process Description
Flowcharts
Operator's Manuals
Widows
45. A ____________ is the final document or product that will be submitted once a project is completed.
Deliverable
Sales Proposal
Stub
Cause and Effect
46. Left ____________ improves the flow of a document.
Brochure
Justification
Captions
Widows
47. The attitude expressed by a writer. Use formal or semi when writing for superiors/professionals - Use semi or informal when writing for colleagues and subordinates - Use informal when conversational style is desired. Avoid profanity or slang.
Tone
Tables
Process Description
Informative Abstract
48. This describes how something works and breaks down something into steps or parts. (e.g. how to make a dvd player - how to apply for a loan)
15 to 20
Relative pronouns
Descriptive Abstract
Process Description
49. It emphasizes abilities and skills rather than work history. This type of resume is appropriate for people who are changing careers or who have limited work experience. Education and references are included but not stressed.
Tables
Visuals
The functional resume format
Headers
50. Show how components of a principle - process - or system function together - useful to people assembling and installing things.
Schematic diagrams
Usability testing
Headers
Transitional phrases