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Authors and Corporations: Jordan, Michael P.
In: Journal of Technical Writing and Communication, 4, 1974, 3, p. 171-183
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SAGE Publications
Media Type: Article, E-Article

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Physical Description: 171-183
ISSN: 0047-2816
1541-3780
DOI: 10.2190/9gnb-5qrp-21e1-ylkm
published in: Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Language: English
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Collection: SAGE Publications (CrossRef)
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<jats:p>The roles and importance of sentence-coupling conjunctions in general technical writing are analyzed. Based on a previous paper (which explained the meanings of these coupling words), this paper examines ways of improving logical argument, of providing continuity of thought between sentences, and of improving readability. Useful redundancy and punctuation are also briefly discussed in relation to coupling words. Comparative tables of incidental couplers, determiners, and redundant couplers are provided as practical aids to the technical writer and editor.</jats:p>