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DSST Technical Writing

Subjects : dsst, writing-skills
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Using '______________' to link the two sentences best contrasts the information.






2. 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.






3. These are sentences clarity is increased by creating lists/clauses with similar grammer. (for example - every item on a list has 'a' before it)






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






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






6. Used when requesting large amounts of money






7. Included before full report; summarized version of report






8. 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






9. Organization Name __________ To: Name/Title of addressee From: Name/Title of sender with handwritten initials Date: For record keeping purposes Subject: Key words Introductory Paragraph: purpose and background Body Paragraph(s): details - explanation






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






11. Show steps in a process.






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






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






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






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






16. Explain how an item or process works






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






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






19. 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)






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






21. Involves dividing an idea into different parts and explaining each part separately.






22. Used for writing step-by-step instructions.






23. Show how components of a principle - process - or system function together - useful to people assembling and installing things.






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






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






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






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






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






29. Written in short proposal format; used frequently in organizations for minor spending requests.






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






31. _______________ terms are clearer than general ones.






32. Written to express disappointment with a product or service and to request a refund - replacement - or an apology






33. 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






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

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35. 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?






36. 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






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






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






39. 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






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






41. The _______ is the left-hand column of a table - and it lists the items being compared.






42. Useful in highlighting sections of a document to draw reader attention






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






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






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






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






47. 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.






48. Titles or brief statements that describe a visual.






49. Translate numbers into shapes or colors; show camprisons






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