Some features you should emulate: The writer uses complete sentences. She answers the questions directly. She labels diagrams completely and clearly. When she introduces a new symbol (such as "d" or "AT"), she defines its meaning promptly (and makes sure that the symbol is not already in use). When she invokes a theorem or definition (such as the Pythagorean Theorem), she refers to it by name, avoiding vague references like "By definition" or "By a theorem". She reviews the theorem or definition to make sure that it really applies and that she is using it accurately. |
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She describes calculations in enough detail that a competent reader
can reproduce them, but not in excruciating detail (e.g., it suffices
to say "Solving for h as a function of x in (4)..." rather than "I
subtracted x2/4 from both sides of (4) and then divided
both sides by x to obtain..."
When she says "clearly", the statement really is clear. |
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She avoids repetition. On the contrary, every sentence contributes something new and important to the chain of argument. The layout is well-spaced and easy to read; important equations are displayed prominently, and labelled if later reference will be made to them. | |