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Quiz Submissions - Quiz 3.4

Brandon Gemme (username: 000850759)

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Written: Jun 30, 2020 8:03 PM - Jun 30, 2020 8:05 PM
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Question 1 1 / 1 point

What is the term for the style of language recommended for writing specifications?

A) Instructive

B) Imperative

C) Indicative

D) Subjunctive

E) Definitive

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Imperative (M3, L4: Sentence Structure)

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Explain why correct punctuation is important in specification writing.

Correct punctutation is required to ensure that the requirements of the specifications

are interpreted correctly.

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Because specifications are legal documents and should be punctuated rather formally. A
misplaced or missing punctuation mark can change the intended meaning. (M3, L4:
Punctuation)

Question 3 1 / 1 point

When writing a number less than one in a specification, a zero should be placed to the
left of the decimal point.

A) True
B) False

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(M3, L4: Numbers)

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Explain why terms like “Consultant”, “Owner”, “Contractor”, and “Place of the Work” might
be capitalized in the Project Manual?

If they are defined in the general conditions or supplementary conditions.

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They are terms defined within the general or supplementary conditions and have
specific meanings contractually. (M3, L4: Capitalization)

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Explain why the recommendations for language and style of a specification are important.

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Good style and consistent style promotes accuracy, brevity and clarity.

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The goal of a specification is to effectively communicate information with complete

clarity. Using imperative style, consistent language, correct grammar and punctuation
promotes clarity, accuracy, brevity. (M3, L4: Introduction, Summary)

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Overall Grade (highest attempt):2 / 5 - F

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