Communication and Writing Process Flashcard

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What are the sequential stages included in the writing process? Options: Brainstorming, outlining, revising, editing; Prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing; Researching, drafting, proofreading, publishing; Planning, writing, editing, reviewing

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Prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing

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What are the Four Cs of communication?

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Clarity, conciseness, courtesy, correctness

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Who is considered the primary audience?

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Those directly involved in the purpose for writing

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What is the role of the secondary audience?

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To know the communication took place

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What does the term 'demographics' refer to?

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Qualities of a specific group of people

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What is the purpose of public relations?

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To promote goodwill between a business and the public

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What is the direct approach in communication?

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Main idea is introduced first, followed by descriptive details

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What is the indirect approach in communication?

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Details are given first, followed by the main idea.

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What is the purpose of an outline?

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To identify the information to be presented and ensure related ideas are covered

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What does revising involve?

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Rewriting paragraphs and sentences to improve organization and content