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Scientific & Technical Translation Lecture 9

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What is a key aspect of translating scientific and technical texts?

Prioritizing style over accuracy

Ignoring the genre of the original text

Using a standard terminology for all fields

Mastering specific skills and knowledge about the field (correct)

What is the goal of concision in scientific and technical translation?

Avoiding technical terms and jargon

Making the text more complex and nuanced

Using as many words as possible to convey the idea

Formulating the idea with economy of expression (correct)

What is opposed to vagueness and ambiguity in scientific and technical translation?

Concision

Precision (correct)

Veracity

Clarity

What is a challenge related to the thematic field and level of specialization in scientific and technical translation?

The complexity of the information in the source text Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of clarity in scientific and technical translation?

Ensuring the reader can easily understand the text Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following skills is crucial for a translator when dealing with scientific and technical texts?

Knowledge of the specific thematic field Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of translation in scientific and technical texts?

To maintain the accuracy and reliability of the information Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between scientific and technical translation and other specialized fields of translation?

The use of specific terminology and genres Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a lack of concision in a translated text?

A negative impact on the reader's understanding Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the translator in cases where the original text is confusing?

To clarify the ideas and ease the reader's comprehension Signup and view all the answers