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Technical Writing questions - rmshr3 - 11-21-2011
I am not able to determine the correct answers to the following questions from a practice exam. Can somebody please help with the correct answers?
1. A computer search that uses AND, OR, and NOT statements to frame the relationships between words and/or phrases is known as
a. a keyword search.
b. a subject search.
c. a Boolean search.
d. an abstract search.
2. A document written to convince a reader to adopt a certain point of view and/or pursue a given line of action is an example of
a. coercion.
b. persuasion.
c. inference.
d. indoctrination.
3. A technical description is best described as
a. a verbal representation of something better illustrated by a graphic.
b. an expanded definition that emphasizes physical details.
c. an expanded definition that contains a mathematical component.
d. any description of any item discussed in a technical document.
4. A technical drawing that shows the relationship of each part of an object by expanding the spatial juxtaposition between parts is known as
a. an exterior view.
b. a cross-section view.
c. an exploded view.
d. a cutaway view.
5 An encapsulated, usually single page, summation of a formal report written to provide decision makers with an overview of the longer version is known as
a. an introduction.
b. an executive summary.
c. an abstract.
d. a prolog.
6 Technical documents are organized into
1. a beginning, middle, and an end.
b. an introduction, an explanation, and a summary.
c. an abstract, a body, and a conclusion.
d. a table of contents, a report, and an index.
7 Technical writing is defined as
a. all written communications done on the job.
b. all writings of a scientific nature.
c. all written communications designed to inform rather than entertain.
d. any written communication that is clear, concise, and brief.
8 The most frequently read section of a formal proposal is the
a. technical section.
b. managerial section.
c. cost section.
d. executive summary.
9 When a writer compares two or more subjects, he/she is
a. emphasizing the differences between or among the subjects in question.
b. offering judgements on the subjects in question.
c. emphasizing the similarities between or among the subjects in question.
d. using allegory to define the subjects in question.
10 When writing a long document, the author must be aware that many readers will not carefully read the entire instrument. A good way to increase the effectiveness of the document is to
a. include a brief summary.
b. write different parts to meet the needs of different readers.
c. write in a compelling style that captures the interest of all readers.
d. avoid writing longer documents.
11 When writing instructions, it is very important that the writer do which of the following?
a. Know exactly for whom the instructions are being written.
b. Make extensive use of graphics and illustrations.
c. Provide multi-lingual safety warnings.
d. Write for the least skilled reader who might possibly attempt the task.
Technical Writing questions - rmshr3 - 11-21-2011
My best guesses afer some research
1. d
2. b
3. b
4. d
5. b
6. b
7. a
8. d
9. ?
10. c
11. a
Technical Writing questions - scorched - 11-21-2011
I know that 1. is for sure c - its called boolean algebra or logic
Technical Writing questions - clep3705 - 11-21-2011
It is Boolean and exploded diagram.
It isn't possible to write in a style that captivates everybody. Include a summary.
Technical Writing questions - nleamons - 12-08-2011
Using some logic, when taking the Technical Writing practice tests; I was able to determine the correct answers.
The correct answers have not been given for questions:
4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.
Also, I believe that the correct answer for 8 is not listed.
Send me a PM.
Technical Writing questions - clep3705 - 12-08-2011
The correct answer to number 4 was given previously. It is exploded diagram. See exploded view: Definition from Answers.com
8. Executive summary. See Business Proposals - type, benefits, cost, Elements of the business proposal
10. include a brief summary
Technical Writing questions - nleamons - 12-09-2011
I missed the answer to no. 4. I was tired from getting up very early in the morning plus traveling four hours in all to take my tests. That is the reason, I didn't go to the trouble to post, what I believe are the correct answers to the following.
6. c ( Abstract should be Introduction )
7. c.
8. c ( I google searched this one)
9. c