Author Question: In order to do an effective job at proofreading a document, A) scan each page as quickly as you ... (Read 71 times)

dollx · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

In order to do an effective job at proofreading a document,

A) scan each page as quickly as you can.
B) go through the document several times.
C) avoid using a systematic approach.
D) stop the process after you've run the spell-checker.
E) read the document once, but thoroughly.

Question 2

According to your textbook, proofreading is

A) unnecessary for digital communication.
B) the quality inspection stage for a document.
C) a casual scan up and down the page or screen.
D) something you do immediately after finishing a document.
E) more difficult on mobile devices.

dmurph1496 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Proofreading effectively requires you to go through the document several times, focusing on a different aspect each time.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Proofreading is the quality inspection stage for a document, your last chance to make sure that the document is ready to carry your message (and reputation) to the intended audience.