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Developing an Effective Style
Paul V. Andersons Technical Communication, 6th
ed.
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• Use concrete, specific words.

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• Use specialized words whenand only whenyour
  readers will understand them.

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• Use words accurately.

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• Choose plain words over fancy ones.

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• Choose words with
• appropriate associations.

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• Global Guideline Consider your readers cultural
  background when choosing words.

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• Ethics Guideline Use inclusive language.

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Read more about selecting words in Chapter 8 of
Technical Communication.