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1. Which of the following decreases the formality of a document?
2. The primary purpose of the cover panel of a brochure is to
3. Which of the following are the two primary sections of most feasibility reports?
4. For which of the following audiences would a writer most likely include technical terms - detailed graphics - formulas - and theories?
5. The primary purpose of using advance organizers in technical documents is to
6. Which type of visual would be most appropriate for installation instructions provided with a home ceiling fan?
7. Of the following - which is the best way to designate a first-level heading from a second-level heading?
8. Which of the following does NOT need revision to correct an error in parallel structure?
9. The major difference between memos and letters is that memos are usually written
10. A description included in a car manual regarding how to change a tire is an example of a
11. Which definition method of development would most likely be used with medical terms?
12. The primary difference between procedures and instructions is that instructions are intended for
13. What should be the average sentence length in technical documents?
14. When writing a technical document for an audience of managers - an author should most likely
15. A technical writer who uses color and size to distinguish main topic and sub-topic headings is most likely following the guidelines of
16. Which of the following sentences needs revision because of a shift in voice?
17. Which method of development would most likely be used when writing a document for skeptical readers?
18. Which of the following condenses the contents of an entire technical document? I. Informative abstract II. Descriptive abstract III. Executive abstract
19. Which of the following will most likely be included in the first paragraph of a memo?
20. What is the primary purpose of a conclusion in an analytical report?
21. A technical writer can most likely avoid copyright violations by
22. A reader from which of the following cultures would most likely value groups more than individuals?
23. A technical writer will most likely create a concise document by using
24. Which of the following is best for organizing information in an instructional document?
25. When developing an executive summary - a technical writer should most likely

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