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Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 Cs of professional writing?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 Cs of professional writing?
- Concise
- Confusing (correct)
- Correct
- Clear
What does clear writing involve?
What does clear writing involve?
- Avoiding jargon
- Including multiple ideas in one sentence
- Using technical and obscure language
- Knowing what you want to say before you say it (correct)
What does coherent writing ensure?
What does coherent writing ensure?
- Including multiple ideas in one paragraph
- Using transitional words and phrases (correct)
- Using jargon
- Confusing the reader
What should each sentence convey in clear writing?
What should each sentence convey in clear writing?
What is the purpose of the 7 Cs of professional communication?
What is the purpose of the 7 Cs of professional communication?
Applying the 7 C’s of professional communication will result in writing that is ______
Applying the 7 C’s of professional communication will result in writing that is ______
CLEAR writing involves knowing what you want to say before you say it because often a lack of clarity comes from ______
CLEAR writing involves knowing what you want to say before you say it because often a lack of clarity comes from ______
Clear writing conveys the purpose of the document immediately to the reader; it matches vocabulary to the audience, avoiding jargon and unnecessary technical or ______
Clear writing conveys the purpose of the document immediately to the reader; it matches vocabulary to the audience, avoiding jargon and unnecessary technical or ______
COHERENT writing ensures that the reader can easily follow your ideas and your ______
COHERENT writing ensures that the reader can easily follow your ideas and your ______
In clarifying your ideas, ensure that each sentence conveys one idea, and that each paragraph thoroughly develops one ______
In clarifying your ideas, ensure that each sentence conveys one idea, and that each paragraph thoroughly develops one ______
Study Notes
The 7 Cs of Professional Writing
- Not all principles listed constitute the 7 Cs of professional writing; familiarize with the correct concepts to enhance clarity.
Clear Writing
- Involves knowing the message before expressing it; lack of clarity often results from vague intentions.
- Immediately conveys the document's purpose to the reader; careful word choice aligns with the audience's understanding, avoiding jargon and unnecessary technical terms.
Coherent Writing
- Ensures the reader can easily follow the progression of ideas, enhancing overall comprehension.
- Each sentence should articulate a singular idea, allowing for a coherent flow of thoughts.
Effective Sentence Structure
- Each sentence must convey oneidea, while paragraphs should comprehensively develop a single concept to maintain clarity.
Purpose of the 7 Cs
- The 7 Cs of professional communication aim to create effective and impactful writing.
- Applying these principles results in writing that is concise, clear, and purposeful, improving communication effectiveness.
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Test your knowledge of professional writing with this quiz on the 7 Cs. Learn how to make your writing clear, coherent, concise, concrete, correct, complete, and courteous. Improve your communication skills and enhance your professional style.
