Technical writing 2208-ENGL-2338-503
APA can be divided into two major components: Formatting and Style
False
Visuals help focus and organize complex information into simple forms for readers to have at-a-glance information. True False
True
Poor design can lead to lost_____ , lost ______,_______ and risks.
time money saftey
Repetition of certain design elements will bring unity, consistency, and cohesiveness. True False
true
Information design is the art and science of presenting information so that it is and to use. In short, effective, efficient, and attractive.
understandable easy
APA Style was created by _________ to standardize scientific writing.
American Psychological Association
___________the work of those individuals whose ideas, theories, or findings who have directly influenced your work, even if you are paraphrasing.
Cite
Select one, of the following, which three concepts can be used to change contrast in a document? Color, typeface, font
Color, typeface, font
Of the four principles of design, which is the most powerful design principle? Contrast Repetition Alignment Proximity
Contrast
When formatting the text of the manuscript, a writer must _______ the entire manuscript, between lines of body of text, headings, and block quotations.
Double space
The most common errors found in documents are: 1) subject/verb agreement, 2) run-on sentences, 3) missing periods. True False
False
To sound professional and important, a writer should use the passive voice in cover letters. True False
False
Which sentence about quoting is NOT true? -When you leave out part of a quote, use an ellipsis to indicate that the quote has been abridged. -Block quotes are several sentences long and do not require quote marks around them. -When paraphrasing or summarizing text, you should put quotes around particularly distinctive words or phrases. -If the original text contains bad grammar or spelling, you can correct it in your quote without indicating that you did so.
If the original text contains bad grammar or spelling, you can correct it in your quote without indicating that you did so.
It is important to explain the relevance of the instructions before moving into the step-by-step tasks because readers need to know what to expect before undergoing a task, including how long the task will take and where the task should be performed. True False
True
Proximity shows the relationships between elements in a document. True False
True
Plagiarizing the work of others, including copying someone else's instructions, is an ethical abuse. True False
True
In information design, designers show repetition through font, color, and bars. True False
True
It is best to use plain language when writing job application materials. True False
True
According to the UTA Library Tutorial, "When you acknowledge the contributions of others to your work, you act with academic integrity . . . . (This concept) is a firm adherence to five fundamental values: Honesty, Trust, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility. By citing your sources you make it easy to verify information that backs up your arguments. If you are caught plagiarizing , you will face disciplinary action that could range from a failing grade to expulsion from the university.
According to the UTA Library Tutorial, "When you acknowledge the contributions of others to your work, you act with academic integrity . . . . (This concept) is a firm adherence to five fundamental values: Honesty, Trust, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility. By citing your sources you make it easy to verify information that backs up your arguments. If you are caught plagiarizing , you will face disciplinary action that could range from a failing grade to expulsion from the university.
What are the four principles of design? Alignment, contrast, reuse, proximity Alignment, proximity, contrast, repetition Repetition, alignment, proximity, color Color, typeface, alignment, headers
Alignment, proximity, contrast, repetition
APA uses the author-date citation system. This system allows readers to find the sources cited in text in the reference list, where each source is listed ______________
Alphabetically
Academic integrity has five tenants: Honesty, Trust, Fairness, Accountability, and Respect
False
Alignment helps readers find information quickly True False
False
All job candidates should use the same template for their job history: a chronological listing of jobs held and educational background. True False
False
What are some of the common types of technical documents?
Memos, emails, instructions, manuals, and proposals • Memos • Emails • Letters • Instructions • Procedures • Manuals • Brochures • Proposals • Reports
You should re-proof the document after you've made changes. If you don't want to print it out again (to save trees), it is fine to use the computer screen for this re-proof; save the document as a PDF or send the email to yourself. True False
True
You should use a ruler to go line-by-line to proofread your document. True False
True
Employers will review carefully each job application packet by spending at least five minutes on all of the documents for each applicant. True False
False
Except in promotional writing, all descriptions should be subjective. T/F
False
It is okay to use job descriptions written by employers to describe job responsibilities in my job application materials. True False
False
Sonya is a third-year nursing student and is currently looking to change her job due to a move to another city. When she is revising her resume, she looks at examples online and finds specialty language for nursing, such as "assess patient vitals and take labs for testing" "educated patients on post-op care" "assisted RNs and MDs with treatments, therapies and interventions to improve mobility and social/cognitive skills." It's okay for Sonya to use these phrases on her resume
False
The four principles of well-designed documents are inviting, accessible, cohesion, and visual hierarchy. True False
False
The main purpose of all technical descriptions is to stimulate consumer interest in products. T/F
False
When reading your document to look for errors, you should read the document to yourself, in your head.. True False
False
People interpret items together or near each other as belonging to the same _________ (select one respons). Group Catagory Design Document
Group
Single words, phrases, brief statements or questions can be used as [x].
Headings
APA research papers are divided into sections. The main sections are introduction, abstract, introduction,__________ , results, discussion, references, and appendices.
Method
technical communication
Technical communication, as Gurak and Lannon define, is "the exchange of information that helps people interact with technology, advance workplace goals, and solve complex problems."
The elements of effective instructions include (select one): Title, a brief overview, a body, and a conclusion (and must always include visuals) Title, a brief overview, a body, methods, and a conclusion (and must always include visuals) Title, a brief overview, a body (and must always include visuals) Title, a body, conclusion (and must always include visuals)
Title, a brief overview, a body, and a conclusion (and must always include visuals)
What are the three main purposes of technical documents?
To inform, instruct, and persuade 1) INFORMATIONAL DOCUMENTS: anticipate andanswer questions.2) INSTRUCTIONAL DOCUMENTS: help peopleperform a task.3) PERSASIVE DOCUMENTS: encouragereaders to take a desired action.
Select the best definition of paraphrasing:
To restate a passage of text in your own words.
April is working on her technical object description for English 2338. She decided to describe a rice cooker. She consulted some reference material online, and she cited some of the work. She also uses a paragraph from the website "How Stuff Works" to describe the rice cooker, but she does not cite the paragraph. Did April engage in plagiarism?
True
Audiences of any technical description need as much information as possible. T/F
True
Before writing a set of instructions to a specific audience, the writer/designer must conduct research to know what the audience's knowledge of the task. True False
True
Descriptions rarely call for a topic or thesis statement because the goal of these documents is to catalog details to help readers visualize the product or process. T/F
True
Examples of your original work that do not require a citation may include: Your opinions about a topic Your unique solution to a problem Results of an experiment or survey that you conducted Illustrations that you created Graphs or table that you prepared True False
True
Failure to provide safety and legal obligations on a set of instructions can result in injury, death, and legal litigation. True False
True
I have been provided with the UTA Honor Code, the UTA Library Tutorial, and a video on academic integrity. If I have any questions about citing work, I will ask my peers, coaches, and instructor.
True
Primary research means getting information from sources in books and articles or through websites. True False
True
When proofreading a document, you should print out a hard copy of the document because you can find the errors better in print versus the screen. True False
True
Select the best definition of plagiarism Making up quotes and sources to support your paper's thesis. Collaborating with another (without the instructor's authorization) when preparing an assignment. Using another person's ideas, words, or other creative work without citing them as a source. All of the above.
Using another person's ideas, words, or other creative work without citing them as a source.
According to Saul Carliner, the three-point framework for information design includes: (Select three) physical cognitive emotional affective design
physical cognitive affective