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joblessjake

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Skilled business writers
 
  A) use long sentences to emphasize important information.
  B) keep their sentences to an average length of 40 words or fewer.
  C) vary the length of their sentences.
  D) use sentences that are between 25-30 words.
  E) never use sentences that contain fewer than 10 words.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a technique for helping readers who skim your document?
 
  A) using lists and bullets instead of narrative
  B) keeping all sentences the same length
  C) including headings and subheadings
  D) using shorter paragraphs
  E) using informative headings



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Varying sentence length makes writing more lively and unpredictable, keeping readers interested and on their toes. That is why good writers mix in short, long, and medium-sized sentences.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Short simple sentences, short paragraphs, headings, and bullets all qualify as aids to skimming. Sentences that are all the same length make text more difficult, not easier to skim.





 

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