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DSST Technical Writing

Subjects : dsst, writing-skills
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 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.






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






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






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






5. 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.






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






7. A formal document longer than ten pages usually includes a table of contents to simplify the process of locating information. It's included after the title and abstract - but before the list of tables - forward and preface.






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






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






10. Single words or short lines carried over to the top of a column or page






11. Titles or brief statements that describe a visual.






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






13. Use comparison to define - but they are less likely to be used for terms with multiple meanings.






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

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15. Left ____________ improves the flow of a document.






16. 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






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






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






19. ______ ______ ______ 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






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






21. Discuss history - development - and applications for the term - unless readers are only attempting to perform a task related to the term.






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






23. Show how the phases of a project relate to each other






24. _______ are documents written to persuade readers to take some type of action.






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






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






27. Used in in presenting steps - materials - and recommendations






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






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






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






31. Explain how each element of a complex item works - which is especially beneficial to laypersons attempting to understand a technical subject.






32. These help readers decide whether to read the document - find a particular section - divide information into logical pieces - highlight main points and topics - signal topic changes






33. These kinds of reports answer the following questions: The reason for conducting the test or investigation - Problems - Results and Conclusion






34. Included either at the beginning of the conclusion or at the end of the body; reviews main points and findings






35. 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






36. External proposal written to request funding for a project or study.






37. Follows a sequence of events; useful for explanations of how something is done or how an accident occurred.






38. ___________ - such as 'who -' are more likely to decrease clarity in a document.






39. They are different from Memos - since they correspond to people outside of the organization instead of inside.






40. 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.






41. 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.






42. The extent to which data has been verified to be accurate






43. External proposal written and submitted without request






44. Written to describe events like safety emergencies - equipment problems - and workplace accidents.






45. Use these to show the meaning of a process or concept.






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






47. Increase the wordiness of a sentence






48. 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.






49. These kinds of reports answer the following questions: Is the plan likely to be successful? - What are the benefits and risks of the plan? - What are other options? - Is funding available? - How would the employees be affected?






50. Charts that show parts of a whole