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SCI1000 S1 2025 Week 4 quiz

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Science communicators often prepare written information to explain aspects of science to groups within the general public. Which of the below is an example of feedback that might be used by an effective science communicator?

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A.a. Choosing language that is familiar to the intended audience.
B.b. Reviewing replies and comments from previous recipients about the information.
C.c. Choosing to send the information via social media rather than in a printed document.
D.d. Adding extra information to try to make the ideas clearer.
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