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Section A: Long Answer Questions

Attempt any TWO questions.

3 questions·10 marks each
1long10 marks

What is a user manual? Explain the elements and the guidelines for writing effective instructions.

manualsinstructions
2long10 marks

Explain mechanism description and process description in technical writing with examples of each.

description
3long10 marks

Discuss the principles of effective technical communication. Explain clarity, conciseness, accuracy and coherence.

principlescommunication
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Section B: Short Answer Questions

Attempt any EIGHT questions.

9 questions·5 marks each
4short5 marks

Differentiate between technical writing and creative writing.

definition
5short5 marks

What is a news release? Explain its structure.

news-release
6short5 marks

Explain the seven Cs of effective communication.

communication
7short5 marks

What is an informative brief? Explain with an example.

brief
8short5 marks

Differentiate between formal and informal reports.

report-writing
9short5 marks

What is a memorandum? Explain its format.

correspondence
10short5 marks

Explain the importance of revising and editing in technical writing.

writing-process
11short5 marks

What is an abstract? Differentiate between descriptive and informative abstracts.

abstract
12short5 marks

Explain the term 'jargon' and its use in technical writing.

language