Psychology: Cognitive Dissonance and Passive Voice
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What is a characteristic of sentences in technical texts?

  • They often feature concrete subjects
  • They always include personal anecdotes
  • They are written in an informal tone
  • They usually have abstract subjects (correct)

    • What is the purpose of using passive voice in technical writing?

  • To write in an informal tone
  • To maintain an objective tone (correct)
  • To emphasize the doer of the action
  • To express personal opinions

    • What is the term for the process of creating standardized names for concepts?

  • Nominalization
  • Specialized vocabulary
  • Standardization (correct)
  • Technical terminology

    • What is the purpose of using specialized vocabulary in technical writing?

    <p>To convey complex ideas with precision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a compound noun in technical writing?

    <p>Market equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tone of a scientific research paper?

    <p>Formal and objective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using impersonal language in technical writing?

    <p>To maintain objectivity and focus on facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a nominalization in technical writing?

    <p>Algorithmic complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of standardizing terminology in technical writing?

    <p>To ensure clarity and consistency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of technical texts?

    <p>They focus on abstract concepts and principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Technical English Features

    • Extensive use of passive voice to shift focus from the doer of an action to the result or effect
      • Examples: "are caused by", "is seen"

    Passive-Like Verbs

    • Verbs that are not agents of the action, e.g., "belong to", "has been"
      • Examples:
        • "The software is designed to perform automatic updates"
        • "The process was initiated to streamline the manufacturing workflow"

    Cause-and-Effect Formulations

    • Use of words like "consequently", "hence", and "thus" to signal cause-and-effect relationships
      • Examples:
        • "Adding salt to water results in faster boiling"
        • "By implementing energy-efficient technologies, power consumption is reduced, and consequently, operational costs are lowered"

    Economy, Precision, and Clarity

    • Demands concise and precise language, clear use of cohesion markers, and economy of expression
      • Examples:
        • "Press 'Start' to begin"
        • "Follow the instructions for easy setup"

    Nominalization

    • Turning verbs or adjectives into nouns for easier writing and maintaining impersonality
      • Examples:
        • "The analysis of the data resulted in the identification of significant patterns"
        • "The development of new software required extensive testing and validation"

    Compound Nouns

    • Combining two or more words to create a single term
      • Examples:
        • "sonnei dysentery"
        • "hand basins"
        • "bleeding points"

    Standardization

    • Adhering to standardized terminology and conventions within specific fields
      • Ensures professionals in the same field can understand each other easily

    Specialized Vocabulary

    • Using unique words and phrases unique to particular industries, e.g., "genetic sequencing" in biology or "bytecode" in computer programming

    Technical English Usage

    • User manuals: provide clear, step-by-step instructions
    • Scientific research papers: maintain an impersonal tone, focusing on data and results
    • Computer programming guides: offer instructions on coding practices and software development
    • Impersonal Style: maintaining an objective tone, focusing on factual information

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    This quiz assesses understanding of the theory of cognitive dissonance and the use of passive voice in sentence construction. It covers examples of passive voice in sentences and its effect on the focus of the sentence.

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