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Technical Communication: Effective Workplace Interaction

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What is the primary subject of technical writing?

Products and services related to a business (correct)
Abstract concepts and ideas
General topics such as daffodils or rainbows
Creative expression of personal experiences

Who is the primary focus of technical communication?

The writer's personal experiences and feelings
The writer's creative expression
The product or service being described
The target audience (correct)

What is the primary purpose of technical writing?

To create and imagine
To persuade and inform (correct)
To entertain and express personal feelings
To educate and teach

What is the characteristic of technical writing that distinguishes it from other forms of writing?

Simple and easy-to-understand language (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'attractive' in the context of technical communication?

The layout of the document must be clear and easy to navigate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to make a technical document attractive to a reader?

Incorporating visual aids and graphics. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using brief language in technical communication?

To help the reader quickly understand the information. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of language should technical writers avoid using?

Connotative language. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why technical writers should use clear and easy-to-understand language?

So the reader will be able to act on the information quickly. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall goal of technical writers when creating documents?

To provide information that the reader can quickly understand and act on. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way that technical communication is used in the workplace?

To instruct employees on how to complete a task (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is effective technical communication crucial?

Because it can lead to big losses for businesses and consumers if not done efficiently (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is technical communication often used for in the workplace?

To provide research and data on specialized topics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge that employees face with technical communication?

Many employees don't know the basic characteristics of this form of writing (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why good communication is important in the workplace?

Because it's the most important skill to have in today's job market (B) Signup and view all the answers

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