GED Reasoning Through Language ArtsReading ComprehensionEasy
A technician is reviewing a user manual for a new industrial machine. The manual contains a section titled 'Preventative Maintenance Schedule.' This section lists daily, weekly, monthly, and annual tasks, detailing specific checks and procedures for each interval.
- ATo explain the historical development of industrial machinery.
- BTo highlight the machine's advanced technological features.
- CTo provide instructions for maintaining the machine's optimal function.
- DTo persuade the user to purchase additional service contracts.
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Correct answer: C. To provide instructions for maintaining the machine's optimal function.
A 'Preventative Maintenance Schedule' in a user manual is designed to guide users through regular upkeep tasks, ensuring the machine operates correctly and reliably over time.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The manual is practical and operational, not historical.
- B. The section focuses on maintenance, not features.
- D. While it promotes long-term use, its primary function is instructional, not sales-oriented.
Text Purpose: Informative/Instructional
Text written to educate the reader about a topic or to provide clear, step-by-step guidance on how to perform a task.
- Often uses active voice and clear, concise language.
- May include lists, bullet points, or numbered steps.
- Aims to impart knowledge or facilitate action.
Memory trick: P.I.E.S. helps you see the writer's goal.