MC 2010 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Wordperfect, 20Th Century Limited, Transitive Verb
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Abbreviations / acronyms: a few universally recognized abbreviations are required in some circumstances. Some others are acceptable depending on the context. Do not use abbreviations or acronyms that the reader would not quickly recognize . Guidance on how to use a particular abbreviation or acronym is provided in entries alphabetized according to the sequence of letters in a word or phrase. An acronym is a word formed from the first letter or letters of a series of words: laser (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation). Before a name: abbreviate titles when used before a full name: dr. , gov. , lt. Rep. , the rev. , sen. and certain military designations (see military titles entry) For guidelines on how to use titles, see courtesy titles; legislative titles; military titles; religious titles; and the entries for the most commonly used titles. Abbreviate junior or senior after an individual"s name. Abbreviate company corporation, incorporated and limited when used after the name of corporate entity.
