Documentation Techniques

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Which documentation technique involves creating a visual representation of a process or system?

  1. Flowchart

  2. Diagram

  3. Outline

  4. Narrative


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A flowchart is a diagram that represents a process or system using standardized symbols and connecting lines.

What is the purpose of a user manual?

  1. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To record the history of a project

  4. To communicate research findings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A user manual is a document that provides instructions on how to use a product or service.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a meeting or event?

  1. Minutes

  2. Transcript

  3. Report

  4. Memo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Minutes are a written record of a meeting or event that includes the date, time, location, attendees, and a summary of the discussion.

What is the purpose of a technical report?

  1. To communicate research findings

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  4. To record the history of a project


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A technical report is a document that communicates research findings to a specific audience.

Which documentation technique involves creating a visual representation of data?

  1. Graph

  2. Chart

  3. Table

  4. Diagram


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A graph is a visual representation of data that shows the relationship between two or more variables.

What is the purpose of a memo?

  1. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To record the history of a project

  4. To communicate information within an organization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A memo is a written document that is used to communicate information within an organization.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a project?

  1. Project plan

  2. Project charter

  3. Project report

  4. Project timeline


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A project report is a written document that provides a summary of a project, including its goals, objectives, methods, and results.

What is the purpose of a diagram?

  1. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To visually represent a process or system

  4. To communicate research findings


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A diagram is a visual representation of a process or system that uses standardized symbols and connecting lines.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a conversation?

  1. Transcript

  2. Minutes

  3. Report

  4. Memo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A transcript is a written record of a conversation that includes the date, time, location, participants, and a verbatim account of the discussion.

What is the purpose of a project plan?

  1. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To record the history of a project

  4. To outline the steps and timeline for a project


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A project plan is a document that outlines the steps and timeline for a project, including the tasks, resources, and budget.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a research study?

  1. Research paper

  2. Technical report

  3. Project report

  4. Memo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A research paper is a written document that reports the results of a research study, including the methods, findings, and conclusions.

What is the purpose of a project charter?

  1. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To record the history of a project

  4. To define the scope, goals, and objectives of a project


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A project charter is a document that defines the scope, goals, and objectives of a project.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a meeting or event?

  1. Minutes

  2. Transcript

  3. Report

  4. Memo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Minutes are a written record of a meeting or event that includes the date, time, location, attendees, and a summary of the discussion.

What is the purpose of a technical report?

  1. To communicate research findings

  2. To document the design and implementation of a system

  3. To provide instructions on how to use a product or service

  4. To record the history of a project


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A technical report is a document that communicates research findings to a specific audience.

Which documentation technique involves creating a written record of a project?

  1. Project plan

  2. Project charter

  3. Project report

  4. Project timeline


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A project report is a written document that provides a summary of a project, including its goals, objectives, methods, and results.

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