Chapter 1 States That Effective Technical Communication Is Honest

question 11

Multiple Choice

Chapter 1 states that effective technical communication is honest. The chapter then presents three reasons it is important to be honest when communicating. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons listed in Chapter 1?

• A) Dishonest documents are unethical.
• B) If readers bring your dishonesty to the attention of your supervisor, your career may be negatively affected.
• C) Readers can get hurt if you are dishonest.
• D) You and your organization could face serious legal repercussions if you are dishonest.

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The set of rules, principles, and processes that govern the structure of sentences in a given language, defining how words and phrases combine to form correct sentences.

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Mistakes or inaccuracies in action or judgment.

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