April 14, 2005: Issue 87
Minimums and maximums should be specific numbers, not ranges. When you mean to specify a range, leave out the limits.
incorrect: Plant at least 6—8 inches deep.
correct: Plant at least 6 inches deep.
correct: Plant 6—8 inches deep.
incorrect: Space the hooks no more than 12—15 inches apart.
correct: Space the hooks no more than 15 inches apart.
correct: Space the hooks 12—15 inches apart.
For more on ranges, see Style on the Go Issue 65 on BHGStylebook.com.
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