GUIDELINES TO NRDC feb 24 2014
GUIDELINES TO NRDC feb 24 2014 GUIDELINES TO NRDC feb 24 2014
Chapter SummaryKey points This table summarizes key points of chapter sections or information blocks:Topic Summary PageObjectives Chapter objectives:x Prepare writing that meets Army standards.x Package writing so it's easy to read.x Use editing tools to ensure correctness.Standards Standards and rules for writing : 7-3and rulesStandardsRulesx Complete.x Main point up front.x Concise.x Active voice.x Clear.x Short words, sentences.x Organized.x One-inch paragraphs.x To the point.x Jargon free.x Grammatically correct.x Error free.x Informal.x One-page letters.ActivevoicePassivevoiceEmphasizes subject as doer of the action.Example: George threw the ball.Active voice: x Shorter--uses fewer words.x Time--takes less time to read.x Specific--we know who acted.x Forceful--shows action up front.Emphasizes subject as receiver of action.Example: The ball was thrown by George.Passive voice: x Longer--20 percent more words.x Time--takes more time to read.x Vague--don't always know actor.x Weak--lessens impact of action.7-5and7-67-5and7-6Use passive voice when-- x Receiver is focus of action.x Actor is unknown.x Actor is irrelevant.x The situation calls for discretion.7-7NRDC GRC – Staff Handbook 7-18
Chapter Summary, ContinuedKey points (continued)Topic Summary PageEliminating Types of wordy expressions and examples of eliminating them:wordiness Deadwood Instead of sayingTry saying 7-8At this point in time . . .Due to the fact that . . .Now . . .Because . . .Dummy Instead of sayingTry saying 7-9subjects It is requested that . . . We ask . . .There is (are) . . .(Leave out.)Doubled Instead of sayingTry saying 7-9expressions The manager's function and (Take one out.)role . . .Needless Instead of sayingTry saying 7-10repetition Dick gave the book to Jane. Dick gave the book to Jane,Jane took the book and read it. who read it.Over use of Instead of sayingTry saying 7-10the, that, or The regulations won't . . . (Leave out.)which I think that it's good. (Leave out.)Nouns as Instead of sayingTry saying 7-10modifiers Force modernization Initiatives to modernize theinitiatives.force.SmotheredverbsInstead of sayingWe are in compliance.We conducted a meeting.Try sayingWe are complying.We met.7-11Sentences Break long sentences into shorter ones. Use bullets for laundry-list items. 7-12Packaging Put main point up front and use visual devices. 7-13Readability HQ Clarity Index: Use if a readability formula isn't available on a word 7-15formulas processor. Aim for RGL between 10 and 12.Editing Procedure: x Lay copy aside, then read again. 7-16x Adopt reader's viewpoint.andx Have a critic read copy.7-17x Read copy aloud as critic follows.Be tactful when editing others' work. Follow do's and don'ts.NRDC GRC – Staff Handbook 7-19
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Chapter SummaryKey points This table summarizes key points of chapter sections or information blocks:Topic Summary PageObjectives Chapter objectives:x Prepare writing that meets Army standards.x Package writing so it's easy to read.x Use editing tools to ensure correctness.Standards Standards and rules for writing : 7-3and rulesStandardsRulesx Complete.x Main point up front.x Concise.x Active voice.x Clear.x Short words, sentences.x Organized.x One-inch paragraphs.x To the point.x Jargon free.x Grammatically correct.x Error free.x Informal.x One-page letters.ActivevoicePassivevoiceEmphasizes subject as doer of the action.Example: George threw the ball.Active voice: x Shorter--uses fewer words.x Time--takes less time to read.x Specific--we know who acted.x Forceful--shows action up front.Emphasizes subject as receiver of action.Example: The ball was thrown by George.Passive voice: x Longer--20 percent more words.x Time--takes more time to read.x Vague--don't always know actor.x Weak--lessens impact of action.7-5and7-67-5and7-6Use passive voice when-- x Receiver is focus of action.x Actor is unknown.x Actor is irrelevant.x The situation calls for discretion.7-7<strong>NRDC</strong> GRC – Staff Handbook 7-18
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