Constructing Sentences
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Paul V. Anderson’s Technical Communication, 6th ed.
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Simplify your sentences.
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Put the action in your verbs.
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Use the active voice unless you have a good reason to use the passive voice.
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Emphasize what’s most important.
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Vary your sentence lengthand structure.
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Global Guideline:Adapt your sentences for readers who are
not fluent in your language.
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Read more about constructing sentences in Chapter 8 of Technical Communication.