¨partition- An analysis that divides a singular item into parts, steps, or aspects.

¨characteristics
1.The divisions must be coordinates
2.The divisions must be mutually exclusive
3.The divisions must not overlap
4.The divisions must be complete.
Example:
¨Paragraph form
The lamp socket has an outer metal, metal covering with an interlocking cap. Lodged inside in a fibre insulating shell is the socket base,
usually made of porcelain. To replace the socket base, the home handyman has only to disconnect the wires from the old base, remove that base,
insert a new socket base, reconnect the wires, and pull the socket cap over the outer metal shell so that the lamp socket is one piece again.

¨Description of a mechanism
¨mechanism-An assembly of movable parts having one part fixed with respect to a frame of reference and design to produce an effect

¨Description of a mechanism-¨is a short report designed to convey to the reader a technical understanding of the function, appearance, and
operation of a particular object. ¨analyzes (that is, subdivides into components for further scrutiny) an object in space.
¨ one might employ:
¤Definition
¤ Partition
¤classification
¤comparison/contrast

¨Organizing a the technical description of  a mechanism

1. Introduction
1.1Definition of the mechanism
       1.2Use or function of the mechanism
      1.3General Statement of the principle governing its operation
       1.4Physical Description of the mechanism
      1.5Principal Parts which make up the mechanism
2. Description of the mechanism (in detail)
    2.1 Principal part no.1
        2.11Name of part no. 1
        2.12 Function of part no. 1
     2.13 Description of part (shape, size, material, etc.)
         2.14 Division of subparts (if any)
             2.141 Subpart no. 1
                       2.1411 Name of subpart no. 1
                        2.1412 Function of subpart no.1
                        2.1413 Description of Subpart no.1
              2.142 (same as 2.141)
    2.2 Same as 2.1

 3. Brief description of how the mechanism works or how it is used.

¨Description of a Process
            ¨A process is a series of steps to get something done.
              ¨Exposition of a process necessarily includes a discussion of equipment and materials  which are used

¨Organizing a Process Description

I.Introduction
    a.Definition of the process
    b.Purpose
II.Raw Materials
III.Equipment
IV.Description of the Process
   a.Step 1
   b.Step 2
    c.Etc....

V.Conclusion (if necessary)

¨SAMPLe-  A technique which uses friction to deter the spread of microorganism. It is done to prevent nosocomial infection. It is also done to
remove debris. The materials include soap, water, and towel. One should first prepare the all equipments needed, check for skin lesions, and gross
contamination.
>implementation<
>conclusion<

¡Cause & Effect--refers to the philosophical concept of causality, in which an action or event will produce a certain response to the action in the
form of another event.

Causality is the relationship between an event (the cause) and a second event (the effect), where the second event is a consequence of the first.

¡Cause & Effect

typically related to events, candidates include objects, processes, properties, variables, facts, and states of affairs
 Types of business letters 2. Description of each item, giving size, style, finish, quality,
Inquiries and Replies material, weight or whatever will help in identifying the article
Order and Acknowledgement wanted.
Letters Giving Instructions

3. Catalog number of the item, if it is available, if not, the

Inquiries and Replies
page number of the catalog. (It is well also to include the number
The letter of INQUIRY consists of 4 steps which may be arranged
or date of the catalog).
in the following order:

4. Quantity of each item wanted.

1. State carefully the circumstances which necessitate the
inquiry.
5. Price of each item, and the total price of the order.

2. State any facts needed by the reader in making a

6. Method of payment to be used by the buyer
complete reply.
(Occasionally, the conditions of acceptance of the order should be
included).
3. Ask for the information, or state the questions.

7. Method of shipment desired by the buyer.

4. Express gratitude for the favor requested. 

8. Address to which goods are to be shipped, especially

The REPLY letter should do the following things:
important if shipping address differs from post-office address.

1. Acknowledge the inquiry, or state the circumstances

9. Date at which goods are desired.
necessitating the reply.

Letter of Giving Instructions

2. Answer the questions fully.
Elements of letter of INSTRUCTIONS are as follows:

3. Build goodwill and pave the way for further contact.

1. A general statement which gives the reason for the letter
and paves the way for the detailed instructions.
Order and Acknowledgement
Elements of an ORDER letter:
2. The detailed instructions.

1. Name of the article ordered.

3. A request for a report, an expression of cooperation or
thanks for the service to be rendered, or a statement opening the
way for further correspondence to clear up obscure points.

>>>SAMPLE LETTERS:
LETTER OF INQUIRY:
GOURMET FOOD COMPANY, INCORPRATED
200 SalcedoVillage
Makati City
 
January 8, 2010
 
Desiny Manufacturing Company
505 Agoncillo
Malolos, Bulacan
 
            Subject: Type 888 Sachets
 
Gentlemen:
 
            Attention of Mr. E. R. Reyes, Sales Manager
 
Please send us a price list and descriptive literature about your 888 Sachets. Particularly we wish to know whether they are resealable and heat
resistant.
 
We shall appreciate this information, as we shall utilize the containers for our new line of food products. Inclosed is a brochure concerning our
new items.
 
Very truly yours,
 
Gourmet Food Company, Inc.
 
Mila V. Perez
 
(Miss) Mila V. Perez
Production Manager
 
 
 
MVP/as
Incl.