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Page 176
... illustrations are seldom used for embellish- ment . While illustrations do perk up a manuscript , add to its attrac- tiveness , and enhance its readability , their sole purpose in technical literature is functional . Graphic ...
... illustrations are seldom used for embellish- ment . While illustrations do perk up a manuscript , add to its attrac- tiveness , and enhance its readability , their sole purpose in technical literature is functional . Graphic ...
Page 177
... illustration , the more explanatory material is necessary in the text . Directions for interpretation of illustrations may be in- cluded in the text or in captions below the illustrations . Illustrations need to be as simple as possible ...
... illustration , the more explanatory material is necessary in the text . Directions for interpretation of illustrations may be in- cluded in the text or in captions below the illustrations . Illustrations need to be as simple as possible ...
Page 202
... Illustrations for embellishment alone are a distraction . Poorly executed drawings or those illogically planned or placed confuse and frustrate the reader . Graphic aids should be function- ally integrated into the discussion .
... Illustrations for embellishment alone are a distraction . Poorly executed drawings or those illogically planned or placed confuse and frustrate the reader . Graphic aids should be function- ally integrated into the discussion .
Contents
WHAT TECHNICAL WRITING IS | 3 |
IN FACTUAL COMMUNICATION DISCUSSION PROBLEMS | 14 |
HISTORIC ORIGINS OF SCIENCE HOW MAN LEARNS | 24 |
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