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Which of the following is NOT a reason for using varied sentence structure?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for using varied sentence structure?
- To avoid repetition
- To express complex ideas
- To make the writing more engaging
- To confuse the reader (correct)
What is the purpose of varying sentence structure in technical writing?
What is the purpose of varying sentence structure in technical writing?
- To make it more engaging (correct)
- To make it more readable
- To make it more accurate
- To confuse the reader
Why is it important to present information accurately before worrying about sentence variation?
Why is it important to present information accurately before worrying about sentence variation?
- Sentence variation can compensate for inaccurate information
- Sentence variation is not necessary in writing
- Readability is more important than accuracy
- Accuracy is more important than readability (correct)
What does varied sentence structure refer to?
What does varied sentence structure refer to?
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Why might a paragraph with consistent sentence structure be considered boring and repetitive?
Why might a paragraph with consistent sentence structure be considered boring and repetitive?
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Which of the following is NOT a way to vary sentences?
Which of the following is NOT a way to vary sentences?
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What is the purpose of using transitional words in a sentence?
What is the purpose of using transitional words in a sentence?
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When can pronouns be used to replace nouns in a sentence?
When can pronouns be used to replace nouns in a sentence?
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What is the purpose of switching phrases around in a sentence?
What is the purpose of switching phrases around in a sentence?
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How can changing the length of a sentence help with combining ideas?
How can changing the length of a sentence help with combining ideas?
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