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The inverted pyramid is constructed by placing the most important information first. The explanation or supporting details that make the headline and attention grabbing information true should follow. Lastly, general details may close the article. These details will be the least likely to be read. In the event that these details are cut, the article should not suffer. | The inverted pyramid is constructed by placing the most important information first. The explanation or supporting details that make the headline and attention grabbing information true should follow. Lastly, general details may close the article. These details will be the least likely to be read. In the event that these details are cut, the article should not suffer. | ||
'''The 5 Ws''' | '''Priority: The 5 Ws''' | ||
The 5 Ws help the author determine the most important information. According to inverted pyramid style, these questions should be answered by the conclusion of the first paragraph. | The 5 Ws help the author determine the most important information. According to inverted pyramid style, these questions should be answered by the conclusion of the first paragraph. | ||
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'''Purpose | '''Purpose''' | ||
The inverted pyramid contributes to [[scan-ability]]. Placement of the most essential information at the beginning of an article or entry allows the reader to get what he needs without scrolling. Site visitors read less on the web than in print. Bloggers should implement the inverted pyramid to share need-to-know information quickly and retain frequent visitors. [http://webwisewording.com/Tips/front-load-your-writing/ Webwise Wording] says, "If they cannot quickly and easily assess your article for points of interest, they are likely to leave your webpage and go search for an alternative that is easier to skim." | The inverted pyramid contributes to [[scan-ability]]. Placement of the most essential information at the beginning of an article or entry allows the reader to get what he needs without scrolling. Site visitors read less on the web than in print. Bloggers should implement the inverted pyramid to share need-to-know information quickly and retain frequent visitors. [http://webwisewording.com/Tips/front-load-your-writing/ Webwise Wording] says, "If they cannot quickly and easily assess your article for points of interest, they are likely to leave your webpage and go search for an alternative that is easier to skim." | ||