Question 1

_____ can be defined as "self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking.

Accepted Answer

A)  Psychoanalysis 
B)  Introspection 
C)  Critical thinking 
D)  Self-criticism 
E)  Guided reflection 
A)  Psychoanalysis 
B)  Introspection 
C)  Critical thinking 
D)  Self-criticism 
E)  Guided reflection C

Question 2

What is incubation?

Accepted Answer

Incubation is the process by which you cause an idea or ideas to develop in your mind. This might not happen all at once, and you might spend time thinking about the new information, directions, or ways you might develop or focus your topic. You might have an idea, but you need to create an environment for it to develop. This might involve further investigation and exploration, or it may involve removing yourself from active research to "digest" or "incubate" what you have already learned.

Question 3

______ involves the use of society-centered standards to determine what to believe and what to reject.

Accepted Answer

Sociocentrism

Question 4

Reading and writing from an audience-centered view means acknowledging your confirmation bias and moving beyond it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What suggestion do you have to improve the effectiveness of an email, in terms of reader attention?

Accepted Answer

In an e-mail, use a subject line that te

Question 6

Phyllis is embarking on a new project her firm has initiated in the Middle East. She has always been fond of knowing and experiencing more of that part of the world. Phyllis is excited at the prospect and feels encouraged to increase her knowledge about the project. She is experiencing _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  transference 
B)  priming 
C)  euphoria 
D)  exposure 
E)  mediation 
A)  transference 
B)  priming 
C)  euphoria 
D)  exposure 
E)  mediation

Question 7

Nicole is writing an article on optimization of utilization of scarce resources with a focus on water usage. She expects that her readers will make contributions to the volunteer group working toward this and also that they will review their water usage habits. Nicole's expectation is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  positive feedback. 
B)  specific purpose. 
C)  indirect response. 
D)  planned response. 
E)  reasonable outcomes. 
A)  positive feedback. 
B)  specific purpose. 
C)  indirect response. 
D)  planned response. 
E)  reasonable outcomes.

Question 8

Both egocentrism and sociocentrism can create an "us versus them" relationship that can undermine your credibility and alienate readers who don't share your viewpoint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

If a person looks for information that supports his pre-existing belief, ignoring or discrediting information that contradicts that belief, he is guilty of _____ bias.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If a person looks for information that...

Question 10

What should one do to conduct specific searches on the Internet?

Accepted Answer

When you are looking for a specific kind

Question 11

_____ refers to the process by which you adopt, adapt, or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Accepted Answer

A)  Accommodation 
B)  Incubation 
C)  Assimilation 
D)  Gestation 
E)  Selective filtering 
A)  Accommodation 
B)  Incubation 
C)  Assimilation 
D)  Gestation 
E)  Selective filtering

Question 12

Rupert believes that eating yogurt can improve your intelligence. When asked how he came to the conclusion, he said that all his friends said so. Rupert is guilty of:

Accepted Answer

A)  sociocentrism. 
B)  unilateralism. 
C)  confirmation bias. 
D)  determinism. 
E)  critical thinking. 
A)  sociocentrism. 
B)  unilateralism. 
C)  confirmation bias. 
D)  determinism. 
E)  critical thinking.

Question 13

Discuss the importance of purposes in writing.

Accepted Answer

All acts of communication have general a

Question 14

In order to be productive, it is advised that you work in the morning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

How should one plan one's investigation for information?

Accepted Answer

You can conduct your investigation in th

Question 16

If a person believes the earth is flat and never questions that belief, it serves as an example of sociocentric thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is not true regarding online research?

Accepted Answer

A)  The Internet is a difficult place to get information you actually need. 
B)  A few search engines have come to dominate the field 
C)  There are specialized online databases for almost every industry 
D)  Some Internet sites require paying a subscription fee. 
E)  Most of online information is verified and credible. 
A)  The Internet is a difficult place to get information you actually need. 
B)  A few search engines have come to dominate the field 
C)  There are specialized online databases for almost every industry 
D)  Some Internet sites require paying a subscription fee. 
E)  Most of online information is verified and credible.

Question 18

_____ refers to the process by which you bring the information into a whole or complete topic.

Accepted Answer

A)  Acculturation 
B)  Gestation 
C)  Incorporation 
D)  Incubation 
E)  Integration 
A)  Acculturation 
B)  Gestation 
C)  Incorporation 
D)  Incubation 
E)  Integration

Question 19

In an e-mail, avoid a "subject" line that reveals the gist of your message before the reader opens it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Information literacy is an essential skill set in the process of writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

_____ can be defined as "self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking.

What is incubation?

______ involves the use of society-centered standards to determine what to believe and what to reject.

Reading and writing from an audience-centered view means acknowledging your confirmation bias and moving beyond it.

What suggestion do you have to improve the effectiveness of an email, in terms of reader attention?

Phyllis is embarking on a new project her firm has initiated in the Middle East. She has always been fond of knowing and experiencing more of that part of the world. Phyllis is excited at the prospect and feels encouraged to increase her knowledge about the project. She is experiencing _____.

Nicole is writing an article on optimization of utilization of scarce resources with a focus on water usage. She expects that her readers will make contributions to the volunteer group working toward this and also that they will review their water usage habits. Nicole's expectation is an example of:

Both egocentrism and sociocentrism can create an "us versus them" relationship that can undermine your credibility and alienate readers who don't share your viewpoint.

If a person looks for information that supports his pre-existing belief, ignoring or discrediting information that contradicts that belief, he is guilty of _____ bias.

What should one do to conduct specific searches on the Internet?

_____ refers to the process by which you adopt, adapt, or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Rupert believes that eating yogurt can improve your intelligence. When asked how he came to the conclusion, he said that all his friends said so. Rupert is guilty of:

Discuss the importance of purposes in writing.

In order to be productive, it is advised that you work in the morning.

How should one plan one's investigation for information?

If a person believes the earth is flat and never questions that belief, it serves as an example of sociocentric thinking.

Which of the following is not true regarding online research?

_____ refers to the process by which you bring the information into a whole or complete topic.

In an e-mail, avoid a "subject" line that reveals the gist of your message before the reader opens it.

Information literacy is an essential skill set in the process of writing.

Effective Business Communication

Delivering Your Message

Understanding Your Audience

Effective Business Writing

Writing

Revising and Presenting Your Writing

Feedback in the Writing Process

Business Writing in Action

Developing Business Presentations

Nonverbal Delivery

Organization and Outlines

Presentations to Inform

Presentations to Persuade

Business Presentations in Action

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Business Communication

Negative News and Crisis Communication

Intercultural and International Business Communication

Group Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership

Communicating for Employment

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Exam 6: Writing Preparation

_____ can be defined as "self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking.

What is incubation?

______ involves the use of society-centered standards to determine what to believe and what to reject.

Reading and writing from an audience-centered view means acknowledging your confirmation bias and moving beyond it.

What suggestion do you have to improve the effectiveness of an email, in terms of reader attention?

Phyllis is embarking on a new project her firm has initiated in the Middle East. She has always been fond of knowing and experiencing more of that part of the world. Phyllis is excited at the prospect and feels encouraged to increase her knowledge about the project. She is experiencing _____.

Both egocentrism and sociocentrism can create an "us versus them" relationship that can undermine your credibility and alienate readers who don't share your viewpoint.

If a person looks for information that supports his pre-existing belief, ignoring or discrediting information that contradicts that belief, he is guilty of _____ bias.

What should one do to conduct specific searches on the Internet?

_____ refers to the process by which you adopt, adapt, or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Rupert believes that eating yogurt can improve your intelligence. When asked how he came to the conclusion, he said that all his friends said so. Rupert is guilty of:

Discuss the importance of purposes in writing.

In order to be productive, it is advised that you work in the morning.

How should one plan one's investigation for information?

If a person believes the earth is flat and never questions that belief, it serves as an example of sociocentric thinking.

Which of the following is not true regarding online research?

_____ refers to the process by which you bring the information into a whole or complete topic.

In an e-mail, avoid a "subject" line that reveals the gist of your message before the reader opens it.

Information literacy is an essential skill set in the process of writing.

Effective Business Communication

Delivering Your Message

Understanding Your Audience

Effective Business Writing

Writing

Revising and Presenting Your Writing

Feedback in the Writing Process

Business Writing in Action

Developing Business Presentations

Nonverbal Delivery

Organization and Outlines

Presentations to Inform

Presentations to Persuade

Business Presentations in Action

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Business Communication

Negative News and Crisis Communication

Intercultural and International Business Communication

Group Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership

Communicating for Employment

Filters