Question 1

In an unsolicited proposal,which of the following would replace the synopsis and executive summary typically found in a formal report?

Accepted Answer

A) Call to action 
B) Analysis 
C) Appendix 
D) Introduction 
E) Letter of transmittal 
A) Call to action 
B) Analysis 
C) Appendix 
D) Introduction 
E) Letter of transmittal

Question 2

Where should the anticipated results of the proposed solution be indicated in an unsolicited proposal?

Accepted Answer

A) In the body 
B) In the preview section 
C) In the close 
D) In the summary section 
E) In the introduction 
A) In the body 
B) In the preview section 
C) In the close 
D) In the summary section 
E) In the introduction

Question 3

Which of the following should be presented in the introduction of an unsolicited proposal?

Accepted Answer

A) Requirements specified in the RFP 
B) Details on the proposed solution 
C) Anticipated results of the solution 
D) A summary of the problem you want to solve or the opportunity you want to pursue 
E) A confident,passionate expression of your skills and abilities 
A) Requirements specified in the RFP 
B) Details on the proposed solution 
C) Anticipated results of the solution 
D) A summary of the problem you want to solve or the opportunity you want to pursue 
E) A confident,passionate expression of your skills and abilities

Question 4

What is a request for proposals (RFP)?

Accepted Answer

A request for proposals (RFP)usually gov

Question 5

When you're composing the requirements section of a request for proposals (RFP),you can assume that bidders will understand the conventions and protocols of your industry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

List three functions of the close in a business report.

Accepted Answer

The close of a report (1)emphasizes the

Question 7

How is the scope and organization of a solicited proposal usually determined?

Accepted Answer

A) Based only on content 
B) Based only on the working relationship with the audience 
C) Based only on the motivating action you wish to achieve 
D) Based only on whether a direct or indirect format is used 
E) Based only on the audience's guidelines in the request for the proposal 
A) Based only on content 
B) Based only on the working relationship with the audience 
C) Based only on the motivating action you wish to achieve 
D) Based only on whether a direct or indirect format is used 
E) Based only on the audience's guidelines in the request for the proposal

Question 8

When you're writing a(n)________ for a report,present the report's main points in the order they appear in the text.

Accepted Answer

A) executive forecast 
B) informative synopsis 
C) descriptive synopsis 
D) transactional document 
E) recommendation 
A) executive forecast 
B) informative synopsis 
C) descriptive synopsis 
D) transactional document 
E) recommendation

Question 9

In a formal report,the index provides a list of secondary sources used to prepare the report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When writing a proposal,where should a review of the situation and an indication of a need for action be discussed?

Accepted Answer

A) Background or statement of the problem 
B) Solution 
C) Scope 
D) Report organization 
E) Limitations 
A) Background or statement of the problem 
B) Solution 
C) Scope 
D) Report organization 
E) Limitations

Question 11

A(n)________ is a fully developed "mini" version of the report itself.

Accepted Answer

A) memo of transmittal 
B) executive summary 
C) informative synopsis 
D) comprehensive abstract 
A) memo of transmittal 
B) executive summary 
C) informative synopsis 
D) comprehensive abstract

Question 12

The components of a formal proposal are entirely different from those of other formal reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following will help prove that your proposal is workable and feasible for your audience?

Accepted Answer

A) Show it is consistent with the audience's capabilities 
B) Include a plan of action with a generic task list 
C) Make the proposal letter perfect,inviting,and readable 
D) Hire management consultants to convince the audience you have the skills and knowledge needed 
E) Use proposal-writing software 
A) Show it is consistent with the audience's capabilities 
B) Include a plan of action with a generic task list 
C) Make the proposal letter perfect,inviting,and readable 
D) Hire management consultants to convince the audience you have the skills and knowledge needed 
E) Use proposal-writing software

Question 14

When is a more formal tone appropriate for an internal audience?

Accepted Answer

A) When the report is short 
B) When you have already established your credibility 
C) When you are using online tools to send the message 
D) When the topic is complex or controversial 
E) When you do not use preview or review sections 
A) When the report is short 
B) When you have already established your credibility 
C) When you are using online tools to send the message 
D) When the topic is complex or controversial 
E) When you do not use preview or review sections

Question 15

The prefatory parts of a solicited proposal may include

Accepted Answer

A) a bibliography. 
B) a copy of the RFP. 
C) an index. 
D) visual elements. 
E) a purpose,scope,and limitations section. 
A) a bibliography. 
B) a copy of the RFP. 
C) an index. 
D) visual elements. 
E) a purpose,scope,and limitations section.

Question 16

As it applies to writing a business report,use ________ to compose sentences that are uncluttered,carefully worded,and coherent.

Accepted Answer

A) accuracy 
B) balance 
C) clarity and logic 
D) proper documentation 
A) accuracy 
B) balance 
C) clarity and logic 
D) proper documentation

Question 17

The introduction (or opening)of a business report should

Accepted Answer

A) discuss your conclusions or recommendations. 
B) include all of your information sources. 
C) carry the full weight of your message. 
D) help readers understand the context of the report. 
E) offer a detailed course of action to be followed. 
A) discuss your conclusions or recommendations. 
B) include all of your information sources. 
C) carry the full weight of your message. 
D) help readers understand the context of the report. 
E) offer a detailed course of action to be followed.

Question 18

When you're preparing an RFP,identify decision criteria and choose information to measure against those criteria.Otherwise,you will

Accepted Answer

A) place unreasonable demands on bidders. 
B) cause unnecessary complications in your review process. 
C) discourage some potentially attractive bidders from responding. 
D) all of the above. 
A) place unreasonable demands on bidders. 
B) cause unnecessary complications in your review process. 
C) discourage some potentially attractive bidders from responding. 
D) all of the above.

Question 19

What is a synopsis? How does it differ from an executive summary?

Accepted Answer

A synopsis (aka,an abstract)is a brief o

Question 20

The requirements section in a request for proposals should

Accepted Answer

A) let bidders know how and when you'll be making a decision. 
B) spell out everything you expect from potential vendors. 
C) provide contact information for someone who can answer detailed questions. 
D) give potential bidders some background information on your organization. 
E) offer examples of the types of services you can provide. 
A) let bidders know how and when you'll be making a decision. 
B) spell out everything you expect from potential vendors. 
C) provide contact information for someone who can answer detailed questions. 
D) give potential bidders some background information on your organization. 
E) offer examples of the types of services you can provide.

In an unsolicited proposal,which of the following would replace the synopsis and executive summary typically found in a formal report?

Where should the anticipated results of the proposed solution be indicated in an unsolicited proposal?

Which of the following should be presented in the introduction of an unsolicited proposal?

What is a request for proposals (RFP)?

When you're composing the requirements section of a request for proposals (RFP),you can assume that bidders will understand the conventions and protocols of your industry.

List three functions of the close in a business report.

How is the scope and organization of a solicited proposal usually determined?

When you're writing a(n)________ for a report,present the report's main points in the order they appear in the text.

In a formal report,the index provides a list of secondary sources used to prepare the report.

When writing a proposal,where should a review of the situation and an indication of a need for action be discussed?

A(n)________ is a fully developed "mini" version of the report itself.

The components of a formal proposal are entirely different from those of other formal reports.

Which of the following will help prove that your proposal is workable and feasible for your audience?

When is a more formal tone appropriate for an internal audience?

The prefatory parts of a solicited proposal may include

As it applies to writing a business report,use ________ to compose sentences that are uncluttered,carefully worded,and coherent.

The introduction (or opening)of a business report should

When you're preparing an RFP,identify decision criteria and choose information to measure against those criteria.Otherwise,you will

What is a synopsis? How does it differ from an executive summary?

The requirements section in a request for proposals should

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 15: Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

In an unsolicited proposal,which of the following would replace the synopsis and executive summary typically found in a formal report?

Where should the anticipated results of the proposed solution be indicated in an unsolicited proposal?

Which of the following should be presented in the introduction of an unsolicited proposal?

What is a request for proposals (RFP)?

When you're composing the requirements section of a request for proposals (RFP),you can assume that bidders will understand the conventions and protocols of your industry.

List three functions of the close in a business report.

How is the scope and organization of a solicited proposal usually determined?

When you're writing a(n)________ for a report,present the report's main points in the order they appear in the text.

In a formal report,the index provides a list of secondary sources used to prepare the report.

When writing a proposal,where should a review of the situation and an indication of a need for action be discussed?

A(n)________ is a fully developed "mini" version of the report itself.

The components of a formal proposal are entirely different from those of other formal reports.

Which of the following will help prove that your proposal is workable and feasible for your audience?

When is a more formal tone appropriate for an internal audience?

The prefatory parts of a solicited proposal may include

As it applies to writing a business report,use ________ to compose sentences that are uncluttered,carefully worded,and coherent.

The introduction (or opening)of a business report should

When you're preparing an RFP,identify decision criteria and choose information to measure against those criteria.Otherwise,you will

What is a synopsis? How does it differ from an executive summary?

The requirements section in a request for proposals should

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Filters