ENG 216

All messages should contain every detail, regardless of the audience.

The Universal Product Code (UPC) is used to specify bar codes worldwide.

6. Which of the following word choices conveys a more positive tone?

The same level of detail should always be provided, regardless of whether the audience is a consumer, technician, ......

2. Which of the following is NOT a key factor in determining writing style?

Employees do not need to learn company-specific software applications.

7. Why is tone especially important in occupational writing?

2.Why is it important to state the purpose clearly at the beginning of a message?

3.Why should a writer adapt their style based on the audience?

1. According to a survey, what is the most valued skill of employees?

Writing is only important for jobs related to journalism and publishing.

5. What is an example of a well-written purpose statement for a memo?

Busy executives often prefer a short discussion or summary rather than a lengthy detailed report.

4.According to the passage, what is the benefit of the preface in a publication?

A major part of a job is knowing how to use a computer properly.

3. How does the purpose statement affect the content of a document?

5.What is a characteristic of formal and impersonal tone?

Poor writing skills can prevent someone from getting a job.

The process of scanning an item at checkout is always quick and simple, requiring no explanation to consumers.

3. Why do businesses value good writing?

1. What does style in writing refer to?

Consumers need to understand UPC binary code formulas in order to shop efficiently.

Some messages can be as short as a single sentence, while others can span multiple pages.

9.Why was the technical description of heparin written in an impersonal tone?

Technicians affixing bar codes need more detailed information than store cashiers or consumers.

10. Why did the second description of heparin adopt a more personal tone?

2.What percentage of employees need to improve their writing skills, according to the survey?

1.What is the most important rule in occupational writing?

5.What does “international English"refer to?

A message includes key details and the scope of information provided to the audience.

4. Which of the following is **not** a requirement to qualify for Greer Inc.’s writing course reimbursement?

Many U.S. companies conduct a large percentage of their business internationally.

4. How does tone in writing function similarly to tone in speech?

Messages can carry either good or bad news and may address routine or special situations.

8.What was the main difference between the two descriptions of heparin in the case study?

1. According to a survey, what is the most valued skill of employees?