30 Questions
What is the recommended font size for technical writing?
9
How should the main heading or title be formatted in a technical document?
Capitalized and bold
What is the purpose of using two columns in technical papers?
To make the text more readable
How should the page number be placed in a technical document?
At the top of the page, right-justified
What is the recommended line spacing for technical writing?
1.5 space
How should the preliminary pages be numbered in a technical document?
Using Roman lower case numerals
What is the primary purpose of proofreading in technical writing?
To check for errors in content, layout, and sequences
What type of error involves mistakes in calculations, data, or curves?
Substantive error
What is the primary purpose of the foreword in a formal report?
To catch the audience's attention and define the report's purpose
What is typically included on the cover page of a formal report?
Name of organization, address, title, and date
Which of the following words is often confused with 'its' in writing?
it's
What is the purpose of the acknowledgement section in a formal report?
To thank individuals who contributed to the report
What is the main focus of a technical writing style guide?
The way the document is presented and looks
Which of the following is an example of a sequencing error?
A mistake in page numbering
What is the primary function of the table of contents in a formal report?
To help readers locate specific topics within the report
What is the term for the set of rules and conventions that guide technical writing?
Style
What is the purpose of a semi-colon in writing?
To join two independent but related sentences
What is the main function of a full stop in writing?
To separate a sentence from the following one
What is the typical color scheme of a formal report's cover page?
Soft/Natural colors
What should be able to stand alone as a sentence when using a colon?
One of the connected thoughts
When is a comma used in a sentence?
To link different parts of the sentence
What type of information is typically included in the list of illustrations in a formal report?
Number, title, and page reference of each illustration
What should the conclusions section of a formal report reflect?
The initial project aims and objectives
What is the primary purpose of an abstract in a formal report?
To summarize the essential information in the report
What is the primary function of the discussion section in a formal report?
To interpret the results of the research in relation to other published research
When is a colon used in a sentence?
To introduce a list or to link related thoughts
What is the purpose of an apostrophe in writing?
To indicate possession
What is the recommended length of a research summary in a formal report?
250-300 words
What is the main purpose of the introduction section in a formal report?
To provide background information on the topic
What is the main difference between an abstract and a research summary in a formal report?
An abstract is shorter, while a research summary is longer
Test your knowledge on technical writing style and proofreading with this quiz based on Chapter 4 of the Railway Technology course. Learn to identify and correct errors, including substantive, sequencing, and misspelling errors. Improve your technical writing skills with this comprehensive guide.
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