Short answer
Answer-first writing puts a direct, complete answer to the page's question in the first one or two sentences, then supports it with evidence, detail and examples. AI systems that look for a quotable answer find it immediately, and readers who skim get what they came for.
Template
- Question as the heading
- Two-sentence answer with the key number
- Why it is true (evidence, source)
- Details, steps or table
- Edge cases and FAQs
Questions
Doesn't that reduce time on page?
It may for simple questions. It improves trust and the chance of being quoted, which matters more.
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