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Chapter 10: Creating Definitions



 

 1. 

If you think readers might be confused by multiple meanings of a word, include a parenthetical definition.
 

 2. 

Mathematical equations are unambiguous and never need to be defined in a document’s text.
 

 3. 

When constructing a formal definition, you should make the differentia as broad as possible.
 

 4. 

Only lazy writers turn to diagrams to define complex concepts.
 

 5. 

For the sake of consistency, a glossary should use one kind of definition throughout.
 

 6. 

When you are creating a lengthy document intended for readers with varying levels of technical knowledge, you can avoid boring experts and confusing nonexperts by putting detailed definitions in the index.
 

 7. 

A definition that explains the main steps in the functioning of an object or process is called
a.
a functional definition
b.
a stipulative definition
c.
an operational definition
d.
an expanded definition
 

 8. 

Etymological information is found in a(n):
a.
atlas
b.
dictionary
c.
encyclopedia
d.
juke box
 



 
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