Write in plain language

Question 1 of 4

1. A plain-language swap from the style guide is:

   Obtain instead of get, always Ask instead of make a request
2. An active sentence names:

   Who does the action Nobody at all
3. The style guide suggests keeping many sentences:

   Over 80 words with many extra commas Under 15 to 20 words, with one main idea
4. A numbered list is useful when:

   The reader must follow steps in order You want to hide the steps