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nmorano1

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When allocating your time among the three stages of the writing process, you should use about a fourth of the time for planning, half the time for writing, and a quarter of the time for completing.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

How does careful planning of a business message save time?
 
  A) Planning allows the writer to incorporate a wide variety of ideas.
  B) Planning allows writers to dive directly into the writing process.
  C) Planning reduces rework.
  D) Planning allows the writer to produce work that showcases professional qualifications.
  E) Planning focuses on one specific goal.



ankilker

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The proportions stated above are incorrect: you should use about half of your time for planning, and a quarter of your time for both writing and completing.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Reserving half your time for planning might seem excessive, but as the next section explains, careful planning usually saves time overall by focusing your writing and reducing rework.



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