The use of acronyms and jargon can make writing difficult to read when addressing a broad audience of different backgrounds and levels of experience in the topic being discussed. What is the best practice when using an acronym? a. Acronyms - spell it out first to define the abbreviation, put the acronym in brackets, and then use the acronym going forward b. Do not use acronyms in any context c. Judge based on your direct reader and the potential unseen reader d. (a) and (c)