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Learn how to improve readability and accuracy in business writing by creating vivid images, writing clearly and concisely, and checking for errors. Understand factors affecting readability and follow effective proofreading procedures to enhance document quality.
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Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Revising and Proofreading Messages Business Communication, Anniversary Edition Lehman and DuFrene 2002 South-Western/Thomson Learning
Chapter 4 Editing and Rewriting • Create vivid images • Write clearly • Write concisely • Check readability • Proofread for accuracy Business Communication, Anniversary Edition Lehman and DuFrene 2002 South-Western/Thomson Learning
Chapter 4 Factors Affecting Readability • Difficulty of words • Sentence length Desirable readability index for business writing 8–11 grade Business Communication, Anniversary Edition Lehman and DuFrene 2002 South-Western/Thomson Learning
Chapter 4 Procedures for Proofreading • Use spell check to locate keying errors and repeated words • Print a draft of the document • Proofread several times • 1st for content, organization, and style • 2nd for mechanical errors • 3rd if document is non-routine or complex • Edit for format and layout • Print on high-quality paper Business Communication, Anniversary Edition Lehman and DuFrene 2002 South-Western/Thomson Learning
