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1Effective paragraphs are coherent, which means that sentences can be about different topics as long as each sentence makes sense.
A)True
B)False



2Three types of information to control when you are writing are "old," "new," and "empty."
A)True
B)False



3A writer’s background thinking is considered "empty information."
A)True
B)False



4In business communication, share all the details of how you decided on a course of action.
A)True
B)False



5Which of the following terms describe effective paragraphs:(select two)
A)topical
B)cohesive
C)edited and revised
D)coherent
E)PEER



6When structuring a document, give substantial background information before stating the purpose.
A)True
B)False



7Which of the following is true?
A)A topic string leads to a topic sentence.
B)A topic sentence develops into a topic string.



8Conjunctions function as transitions between sentences and paragraphs.
A)True
B)False



9Since most e-mail messages are short, writers should use abbreviations.
A)True
B)False



10Hedges and emphatics provide transitions for readers.
A)True
B)False







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