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DSST Technical Writing

Subjects : dsst, writing-skills
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Audience consists of laypersons with no training in the subject matter; data needs to be translated into simple language that can be easily understood e.g.; a physician giving a report to a patient's spouse regarding lab results - symptoms - and trea






2. Describing the terms origin - such as Greek or Latin words






3. Defining through __________ involves comparing two seemingly different objects that share a common characteristic.






4. Used when writing about one subject that is similar to another.






5. Single ___ for larger typeface; double for smaller typeface. Avoid orphans and widows.






6. 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






7. Too brief and general to convey the complexity of a term with multiple meanings.






8. What is the Web Site's sponsor and domain type(.edu.com.gov) - What is the purpose of the Web page and message? - When was the Web site most recently updated? - What are the author's credentials and expertise?






9. Show real or imaginary objects; highlight specific parts; use exploded view to show how parts fit together.






10. ______ ______ ______ is as follows: Introduction: background information and purpose statement - Body: Review of options being considered based on criteria like costs and staff - Conclusion: Interpretations of findings - Recommendation: Author's opin






11. Describes the physical appearance of an object or area beginning at one point and ending at another; useful for product or mechanism descriptions






12. Use a synonym or clarifying phrase to explain the meaning of an unfamiliar word; easy to set up links in electronic documents.






13. Writers developing a formal document should avoid _______________ - but thee occasional use in semiformal or informal documents is acceptable.






14. When using a ______________ - center the return address - date - and closing - and align body paragraphs to the left.






15. External proposal written in response to a request for proposals (RFP) or an invitation for bids (IFB)






16. Written for trained operators of construction - computer - or manufacturing equipment for use on the job; includes instructions and safety information.

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17. Charts that show parts of a whole






18. External proposal written and submitted without request






19. Emphasizes important information; reasons or examples are arranged in decreasing or increasing order of imporance; used when making recommendations or proposals.






20. Boldface - italics - capital letters - font style - and font size are common ways to show readers the difference between _________________ headings.






21. Written for repair technicians; contain troubleshooting charts for diagnosing problems






22. The purpose of a ____ is to: Summarize information - Interpret Findings - Recommend action






23. Written as a self-study guide for the users of a product; intended to guide first-time users through the steps involved in operating a product.






24. Using '______________' to link the two sentences best contrasts the information.






25. _______________ terms are clearer than general ones.






26. A single line carried over the top of a column






27. Reduces costs by minimizing customer calls and the need to release document updates. Product sales and customer satisfaction also benefitsfrom this - although this enhances product safety - it does not eliminate a firm's legal responsibilities.






28. Often include section topic - date - page number - and title of document.






29. This document contains: Name and contact information - Job Objective - Qualifications and Summary - Education and Work Experience - Awards - Skills and Activities - References






30. Most appropriate when a writer needs to define a multiple-meaning term with precision.






31. Explain how an item or process works






32. Consist of brief phrases that indicate a document's method of development - and they are primarily used for short documents like letters and memos.






33. ______ are documents that help people how to understand how to assemble - use - and repair products.






34. The _____________ explains what an organization wants to do and justifies the proposal with primary and secondary research.






35. Use images or icons to represent quantities; useful for non-experts to grasp ideas.






36. Begins with either the cause of the effect; useful in reports discussing problems and solutions






37. Included on the title page; summarizes in a few sentences the scope and purpose of the document.






38. Used when extensive details are required about an item; may be a paragraph or numerous pages depending on the audience and purpose.






39. A ____________ is the final document or product that will be submitted once a project is completed.






40. Show steps in a process.






41. Appear on the top of every page in a document to indicate the page number and document title.






42. Written to accompany a resume when seeking an internship or employment; explains how skills and experience match a specific job position.






43. Show trends and changes over time - cost - size - rates - and other variables.






44. Indicate organizational structure and help readers find information; type size or font should differ from main text.






45. Informal written communications used in business between colleagues. The provide a record trail of decisions that can be used legally.






46. Included before full report; combines main points of a report or proposal; often persuasive






47. Are reduced images of pictures.






48. ____________________ in a sentence indicates the relationship between ideas; structuring a sentence with effective ______________ improves conciseness.






49. External proposal that may be short or long depending on the size of the potential sale






50. Left ____________ improves the flow of a document.