Question 1

Revision should only occur after you have completed the entire first draft of your message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Using the same grammatical pattern to express two or more similar ideas is called ________ construction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Using the same grammatical pattern to express...

Question 3

Tamara is the editor of her company's newsletter.For years,the newsletter has used a drab style that is not very reader-friendly.How can Tamara change this into a style that is easier to read using typeface choices and margins? Explain Tamara's options in terms of typefaces and margins and explain which she should choose to achieve this.

Accepted Answer

Typeface: Typeface influences the tone o

Question 4

When you revise for ________ you should do things like delete long words and phrases,eliminate redundancies,and avoid excessive enthusiasm.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When you revise for ________ you should...

Question 5

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the indefinite pronouns in the opening.
There are three new tenants who are moving in today.

Accepted Answer

Three new

Question 6

One good way to shorten your sentences and improve clarity is to string many nouns together as modifiers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases.
Due to the fact that there has been a decline in revenues,layoffs of employees are likely to occur until such a time as the economy improves.

Accepted Answer

Because revenues hav

Question 8

Rewrite the sentence to avoid transforming verbs to nouns.
The manager will make a determination about when to issue the refund.

Accepted Answer

The manager will det

Question 9

Explain how the five design techniques work together to create an effective message.

Accepted Answer

The five design techniques are: 
1.Balan

Question 10

Type style refers to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  any modification that lends contrast or emphasis to type 
B)  serif and sans serif styles 
C)  the physical design of letters, numbers, and other text characters 
D)  all of the above 
A)  any modification that lends contrast or emphasis to type 
B)  serif and sans serif styles 
C)  the physical design of letters, numbers, and other text characters 
D)  all of the above

Question 11

Lists simplify complex subjects,highlight the main point,enable skimming,and give readers a breather.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

You do not need to proofread for misaligned page elements if you use the format check feature on your computer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

To make your message look professional,interesting,and up-to-date,use elements such as white space,margin,justification,type faces,and type styles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Explain the importance of revising for clarity.

Accepted Answer

This essay should discuss the problems t

Question 15

When designing a business document,a writer should ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  always centre all headings and subheadings 
B)  try to balance graphics and text on the page 
C)  use at least three different typestyles to add visual appeal 
D)  do all of the above 
A)  always centre all headings and subheadings 
B)  try to balance graphics and text on the page 
C)  use at least three different typestyles to add visual appeal 
D)  do all of the above

Question 16

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases.
In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen.

Accepted Answer

We cannot offer refu

Question 17

Which of the following is not a method to make your message more concise.

Accepted Answer

A)  Shorten long words and phrases. 
B)  Begin sentences with short phrases like it is or there are. 
C)  Delete unnecessary words. 
D)  Eliminate redundancies. 
A)  Shorten long words and phrases. 
B)  Begin sentences with short phrases like it is or there are. 
C)  Delete unnecessary words. 
D)  Eliminate redundancies.

Question 18

In a list,bullets are preferred over numbers unless ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the list is brief-less than five items long 
B)  specific list items will be referred to later 
C)  the list deals with complex concepts 
D)  individual items in the list are long 
A)  the list is brief-less than five items long 
B)  specific list items will be referred to later 
C)  the list deals with complex concepts 
D)  individual items in the list are long

Question 19

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating redundancies.
The engineers collaborated together in order to produce the uniquely original final outcomes of their research.

Accepted Answer

The engineers collab

Question 20

Two kinds of type style include ________ and ________.

Accepted Answer

Choices include: und

Revision should only occur after you have completed the entire first draft of your message.

Using the same grammatical pattern to express two or more similar ideas is called ________ construction.

When you revise for ________ you should do things like delete long words and phrases,eliminate redundancies,and avoid excessive enthusiasm.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the indefinite pronouns in the opening. There are three new tenants who are moving in today.

One good way to shorten your sentences and improve clarity is to string many nouns together as modifiers.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases. Due to the fact that there has been a decline in revenues,layoffs of employees are likely to occur until such a time as the economy improves.

Rewrite the sentence to avoid transforming verbs to nouns. The manager will make a determination about when to issue the refund.

Explain how the five design techniques work together to create an effective message.

Type style refers to ________.

Lists simplify complex subjects,highlight the main point,enable skimming,and give readers a breather.

You do not need to proofread for misaligned page elements if you use the format check feature on your computer.

To make your message look professional,interesting,and up-to-date,use elements such as white space,margin,justification,type faces,and type styles.

Explain the importance of revising for clarity.

When designing a business document,a writer should ________.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases. In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen.

Which of the following is not a method to make your message more concise.

In a list,bullets are preferred over numbers unless ________.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating redundancies. The engineers collaborated together in order to produce the uniquely original final outcomes of their research.

Two kinds of type style include and .

Understanding Business Communication in Today's Workplace

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Understanding and Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Resumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 5: Completing Business Messages

Revision should only occur after you have completed the entire first draft of your message.

Using the same grammatical pattern to express two or more similar ideas is called ________ construction.

When you revise for ________ you should do things like delete long words and phrases,eliminate redundancies,and avoid excessive enthusiasm.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the indefinite pronouns in the opening. There are three new tenants who are moving in today.

One good way to shorten your sentences and improve clarity is to string many nouns together as modifiers.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases. Due to the fact that there has been a decline in revenues,layoffs of employees are likely to occur until such a time as the economy improves.

Rewrite the sentence to avoid transforming verbs to nouns. The manager will make a determination about when to issue the refund.

Explain how the five design techniques work together to create an effective message.

Type style refers to ________.

Lists simplify complex subjects,highlight the main point,enable skimming,and give readers a breather.

You do not need to proofread for misaligned page elements if you use the format check feature on your computer.

To make your message look professional,interesting,and up-to-date,use elements such as white space,margin,justification,type faces,and type styles.

Explain the importance of revising for clarity.

When designing a business document,a writer should ________.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating the wordy phrases. In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen.

Which of the following is not a method to make your message more concise.

In a list,bullets are preferred over numbers unless ________.

Rewrite the following sentence in a more concise way by eliminating redundancies. The engineers collaborated together in order to produce the uniquely original final outcomes of their research.

Two kinds of type style include ________ and ________.

Understanding Business Communication in Today's Workplace

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Understanding and Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Resumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Filters

Two kinds of type style include and .