Technical Writing - General Principles and Documentation Design
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What is the main focus of the course 'CODE OF COURSES'?

  • Design and usability
  • Technical writing (correct)
  • Writing instructions
  • Documentation development process

Which topic is NOT covered in the course 'CODE OF COURSES'?

  • Writing instructions
  • Obstacles to Readability
  • Biotechnology applications (correct)
  • Aspects of the Language

What percentage does the 'Final Examination' contribute to the grading in the course?

  • 40%
  • 30%
  • 20%
  • 10% (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a tool of technical writing?

<p>Chemistry experiments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of good technical writing?

<p>Improves readability of technical documents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which fields is technical writing commonly used?

<p>Engineering, chemistry, and biotechnology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of technical writing according to the text?

<p>To communicate complex information in a clear and understandable manner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of document is a press release?

<p>A document aimed at simply communicating information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a technical writer need besides strong writing and communication skills?

<p>Proficiency with computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a guide product?

<p>User Manual for a computer program (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a proposal document?

<p>To describe the purpose of a project and the cost involved (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In technical writing, what type of topics are commonly covered?

<p>Technical or specialized topics such as computer applications or medical instructions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Letters' in technical writing are usually written to whom?

<p>Other employees within the business (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the information conveyed by technical writers?

<p>Complex and difficult to comprehend (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are emails, letters, and memoranda commonly used for in business?

<p>Communicating within a business (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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