In editing and proofreading a document, a writer should NOT do which of the following?
A) Consider the diction (word choice) in individual sentences.
B) Give the document to the eventual reader and ask if he or she understands it.
C) Check for problems with mechanics, such as the use of numbers and abbreviations.
D) Reread the draft out loud.

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While it can be helpful to get feedback from others, giving the document to the eventual reader and asking if they understand it is not a productive editing or proofreading strategy. The writer should instead focus on identifying and addressing any issues with grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and style on their own.

In Editing and Proofreading a Document, a Writer Should NOT