Question 1

Which of these is the best way to proofread?

Accepted Answer

A) Read the document from beginning to end,as a reader would 
B) Do a fast,casual scan of a document so you don't get distracted by details 
C) Approach it methodically,looking for specific problems 
D) Use your app's grammar and spell check 
E) Verify all web links 
A) Read the document from beginning to end,as a reader would 
B) Do a fast,casual scan of a document so you don't get distracted by details 
C) Approach it methodically,looking for specific problems 
D) Use your app's grammar and spell check 
E) Verify all web links C

Question 2

The term ________ refers to the physical design of letters,numbers,and other text characters.

Accepted Answer

A) type style 
B) typography 
C) typeface 
D) serigraphy 
A) type style 
B) typography 
C) typeface 
D) serigraphy C

Question 3

When you're choosing the best way to distribute a business message,be sure to weigh the convenience offered by electronic communication against

Accepted Answer

A) barriers of time and geography. 
B) security and privacy concerns. 
C) nonverbal cues and implications. 
D) none of the above. 
A) barriers of time and geography. 
B) security and privacy concerns. 
C) nonverbal cues and implications. 
D) none of the above. B

Question 4

Headings should identify the topic,and do nothing else.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following can be done to edit a document for conciseness?

Accepted Answer

A) Clarify awkward references 
B) Clarify sentence structure 
C) Replace camouflaged verbs 
D) Delete unnecessary words and phrases 
E) Impose parallelism 
A) Clarify awkward references 
B) Clarify sentence structure 
C) Replace camouflaged verbs 
D) Delete unnecessary words and phrases 
E) Impose parallelism

Question 6

Explain the importance and process of proofreading.

Accepted Answer

Proofreading is important because it is

Question 7

In what way can headings help the reader understand the organization of a message?

Accepted Answer

A) Headings always give away key conclusions 
B) Headings prevent readers from superficially skimming 
C) Headings label groups of related paragraphs 
D) Headings keep paragraph length to a minimum 
E) Headings can replace bullet points 
A) Headings always give away key conclusions 
B) Headings prevent readers from superficially skimming 
C) Headings label groups of related paragraphs 
D) Headings keep paragraph length to a minimum 
E) Headings can replace bullet points

Question 8

Which of these is a good combination of type sizes for a typical printed business document?

Accepted Answer

A) 8 points for regular text; 32 points for headings 
B) 6 points for regular text; 32 points for headings 
C) 18 points for regular text; 12 points for headings 
D) 72 points per inch for regular text; 36 points per inch for headings 
E) 10 points for regular text; 18 points for headings 
A) 8 points for regular text; 32 points for headings 
B) 6 points for regular text; 32 points for headings 
C) 18 points for regular text; 12 points for headings 
D) 72 points per inch for regular text; 36 points per inch for headings 
E) 10 points for regular text; 18 points for headings

Question 9

To make a message visually inviting and easy to read,what is the ideal length for most paragraphs?

Accepted Answer

A) One screen of a mobile device 
B) Short to medium 
C) At least one page 
D) Between 300 and 500 words 
E) One sentence 
A) One screen of a mobile device 
B) Short to medium 
C) At least one page 
D) Between 300 and 500 words 
E) One sentence

Question 10

Which of the following design elements would be the easiest to measure objectively?

Accepted Answer

A) Paying attention to the details of design 
B) Balancing the various elements on a page 
C) Exercising restraint when applying design elements 
D) Using margins,typeface,type size,and spacing consistently 
A) Paying attention to the details of design 
B) Balancing the various elements on a page 
C) Exercising restraint when applying design elements 
D) Using margins,typeface,type size,and spacing consistently

Question 11

Discuss the elements of effective document design.

Accepted Answer

Effective design helps you establish the

Question 12

"Visible to the eye" is an example of

Accepted Answer

A) a cliché. 
B) a redundancy. 
C) the passive voice. 
D) obsolete language. 
A) a cliché. 
B) a redundancy. 
C) the passive voice. 
D) obsolete language.

Question 13

When reviewing a message for organization what should you look for?

Accepted Answer

A) Enough information to satisfy the readers needs 
B) If the reader has enough background information to understand the message 
C) If all the information is accurate 
D) All points are covered in a logical order 
E) If the information is relevant to the audience 
A) Enough information to satisfy the readers needs 
B) If the reader has enough background information to understand the message 
C) If all the information is accurate 
D) All points are covered in a logical order 
E) If the information is relevant to the audience

Question 14

How do design conventions change between formatting letters,and formatting memos?

Accepted Answer

Most business letters are printed on let

Question 15

When you need to revise a long,complex document

Accepted Answer

A) start the process as soon as you've finished your first draft. 
B) start by focusing on misspelled words and grammar errors. 
C) save time by multitasking while you're revising the document. 
D) try to put your draft aside for a couple of days before you start. 
A) start the process as soon as you've finished your first draft. 
B) start by focusing on misspelled words and grammar errors. 
C) save time by multitasking while you're revising the document. 
D) try to put your draft aside for a couple of days before you start.

Question 16

When you edit someone else's work without knowing their goal,you run the risk of making the piece less effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What are the decorative type elements such as boldface,italics,and color referred to as?

Accepted Answer

A) Type style 
B) Typeface 
C) Justification 
D) White space 
E) Balance 
A) Type style 
B) Typeface 
C) Justification 
D) White space 
E) Balance

Question 18

Any space in a message that doesn't contain text or artwork,both in print or online,is considered to be

Accepted Answer

A) ambiguous. 
B) unnecessary. 
C) neutral noise. 
D) white space. 
A) ambiguous. 
B) unnecessary. 
C) neutral noise. 
D) white space.

Question 19

Why is it important to select the right typeface for a business message?

Accepted Answer

Typeface refers to the physical design o

Question 20

What is the study of touch in a communications context?

Accepted Answer

A) Production quality 
B) Balance 
C) Haptics 
D) Focus 
E) Relevancy 
A) Production quality 
B) Balance 
C) Haptics 
D) Focus 
E) Relevancy

Which of these is the best way to proofread?

The term ________ refers to the physical design of letters,numbers,and other text characters.

When you're choosing the best way to distribute a business message,be sure to weigh the convenience offered by electronic communication against

Headings should identify the topic,and do nothing else.

Which of the following can be done to edit a document for conciseness?

Explain the importance and process of proofreading.

In what way can headings help the reader understand the organization of a message?

Which of these is a good combination of type sizes for a typical printed business document?

To make a message visually inviting and easy to read,what is the ideal length for most paragraphs?

Which of the following design elements would be the easiest to measure objectively?

Discuss the elements of effective document design.

"Visible to the eye" is an example of

When reviewing a message for organization what should you look for?

How do design conventions change between formatting letters,and formatting memos?

When you need to revise a long,complex document

When you edit someone else's work without knowing their goal,you run the risk of making the piece less effective.

What are the decorative type elements such as boldface,italics,and color referred to as?

Any space in a message that doesn't contain text or artwork,both in print or online,is considered to be

Why is it important to select the right typeface for a business message?

What is the study of touch in a communications context?

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

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

Writing and Completing 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 6: Completing Business Messages

Which of these is the best way to proofread?

The term ________ refers to the physical design of letters,numbers,and other text characters.

When you're choosing the best way to distribute a business message,be sure to weigh the convenience offered by electronic communication against

Headings should identify the topic,and do nothing else.

Which of the following can be done to edit a document for conciseness?

Explain the importance and process of proofreading.

In what way can headings help the reader understand the organization of a message?

Which of these is a good combination of type sizes for a typical printed business document?

To make a message visually inviting and easy to read,what is the ideal length for most paragraphs?

Which of the following design elements would be the easiest to measure objectively?

Discuss the elements of effective document design.

"Visible to the eye" is an example of

When reviewing a message for organization what should you look for?

How do design conventions change between formatting letters,and formatting memos?

When you need to revise a long,complex document

When you edit someone else's work without knowing their goal,you run the risk of making the piece less effective.

What are the decorative type elements such as boldface,italics,and color referred to as?

Any space in a message that doesn't contain text or artwork,both in print or online,is considered to be

Why is it important to select the right typeface for a business message?

What is the study of touch in a communications context?

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

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

Writing and Completing 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