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Chapter 2 Self-Quiz B
Writing for Your Readers
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You should have the following before you start writing, except
A clear idea of your reader's level in the organization.
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A personal relationship with each reader.
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Knowledge of the purpose of the document.
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A clear understanding of your role in the organization.
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How much your readers know about your topic is critical because it should determine
the complexity of your language.
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whether you include illustrations.
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the technical level of your presentation.
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All of the above.
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Readers with technical expertise in the area you discuss
will criticize your mistakes.
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will have different needs and perspectives from nonexperts.
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may come from different cultures.
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need fewer details.
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How can you establish credibility as a writer in an organization?
Always be courteous.
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Always begin each email with, "Dear ."
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Copy what your boss does.
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Tailor your message to convey the power relationship that exists between you and each reader.
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The Editing stage of the writing process is
is a critical writing requirement.
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is necessary only for formal documents.
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should only focus on the document as a whole.
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Is only necessary in some organizations.
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When you draft you do it
Do it the same every time.
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Only write section headers.
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Write the technical communication, which may involve a start/stop method.
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Fast.
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When reading your document, what should your readers be able to do?
Interpret the information and gain meaning from it in the way you intended.
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Be convinced you are right.
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Be impressed by how smart you sound.
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Nothing.
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When you write an email or memo you should ask yourself all but one of the following questions.
How long do I have to read this?
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What is this?
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Do I have to read it?
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What are the main ideas?
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