Writing Process Flashcards
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What is the first phase of the technical writing process?
Answer: Planning and audience analysis
Planning involves defining the document's purpose, audience, scope, and deliverables before writing begins.
What does a content plan (or documentation plan) typically include?
Answer: Scope, audience, deliverables, schedule, and tools
A documentation plan outlines the scope, target audience, content types, schedule, and production tools for a project.
Which review type focuses on technical accuracy rather than grammar?
Answer: Subject Matter Expert (SME) review
An SME review ensures the technical content is accurate, complete, and correctly represents the product or process.
What is single-sourcing in technical writing?
Answer: Writing content once and reusing it in multiple outputs
Single-sourcing allows one content unit to be published across multiple formats (PDF, web, help) without duplication.
What is the purpose of a style guide review in technical writing?
Answer: Ensure conformance to voice, tone, and terminology standards
A style guide review verifies that writing conforms to the organization's established voice, terminology, and formatting rules.
Which iterative development approach most directly influences modern technical writing practices?
Answer: Agile
Agile development requires technical writers to work in sprints, producing docs iteratively alongside software development.
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