Answers to questions about questions-and-answers

The use of questions in classical rhetoric is noted, and possible advantages and disadvantages of using a pure question and answer approach in technical writing today are discussed. In theory, it should help both readers (who are looking for answers) and writers (for whom it could provide discipline). But there also negatives - primarily its potential for misuse in the hands of an unscrupulous writer. The authors recommend further testing, noting some facets that should receive particular attention.