Ch 04 Self-Quiz 2

. Which of the following is a redundant phrase?

longitudinal study

time frame

resource utilization

absolutely complete

. Which of the following is an example of active voice?

Attempts were made by the division staff to assess the project.

The division staff attempted to assess the project.

The project was assessed by division staff.

Using sales data, the project was assessed.

. If your reader is not thoroughly familiar with the subject, you should

use acronyms and specialized nomenclature

aim for brevity.

limit the use of specialized vocabulary.

include complex, detailed, dense information.

. What is writing style?

varied sentence length

the overall way ideas are expressed

the use of active voice

sentences that work together to produce a coherent idea

. Be verbs

often create a longer, less direct sentence

have to be used to avoid offending people

may need to be added during revision

often clarify meaning

. Good writing has

linked clauses

independent clauses

long clauses

rambling clauses

. Subject and verb should be

close together

independent of each other

concrete or abstract

passive

. A simple writing style

shows you have a simple mind

is challenging to write and easy to read

can be improved with technical terms and jargon

is not sophisticated and doesn't impress readers

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