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    The document outlines key differences between three types of writing: creative writing, business writing, and technical writing. Creative writing uses complex structures and imagery to allow for reflection on meaning. Business writing clearly communicates information in a concise manner using facts and numbers to lead the reader to act. Technical writing also clearly communicates through various media like graphics and words using precise technical language and passive voice to further understanding for a technical audience.

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    The document outlines key differences between three types of writing: creative writing, business writing, and technical writing. Creative writing uses complex structures and imagery to allow for reflection on meaning. Business writing clearly communicates information in a concise manner using facts and numbers to lead the reader to act. Technical writing also clearly communicates through various media like graphics and words using precise technical language and passive voice to further understanding for a technical audience.

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    The document outlines key differences between three types of writing: creative writing, business writing, and technical writing. Creative writing uses complex structures and imagery to allow for reflection on meaning. Business writing clearly communicates information in a concise manner using facts and numbers to lead the reader to act. Technical writing also clearly communicates through various media like graphics and words using precise technical language and passive voice to further understanding for a technical audience.

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    Creative, Business and Technical Writing

    Creative Writing Business Writing Technical Writing


    Written so people can re-read Complete meaning Complete meaning
    many times communicated on a single communicated through
    reading several media including:
    graphics and words
    Complex structure Clear expression Clear meaning for any reader,
    with no room for
    interpretation
    Lots of variety Lots of consistency Formal structure
    Filled with imagery and Filled with facts, numbers and Facts, numbers and diagrams all
    symbolism diagrams support the findings or
    purpose of the report
    Long, complex sentences Short, precise sentences Passive voice – sentence length
    not as important
    Writing style leads the reader to Writing style should lead the Writing style leads the reader to
    spend time reflecting on reader to act further understanding or
    the meaning additional decisions
    Vague ambiguity is expected Clarity is a must Clarity is non-negotiable
    Impossible to read quickly Can be read quickly Intended for technical audience
    Image-filled, unfamiliar words Familiar, understandable words Technical, precise words

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