Question 1

The statement of purpose ________.

Accepted Answer

A) describes the structure and navigational flow of all the parts of a website 
B) is an informal list of tasks and a simple schedule 
C) explains why you are preparing the report and what you plan to deliver 
D) is a logical interpretation of facts and other information that are provided in the report 
E) is a customized graphical presentation of key performance parameters 
A) describes the structure and navigational flow of all the parts of a website 
B) is an informal list of tasks and a simple schedule 
C) explains why you are preparing the report and what you plan to deliver 
D) is a logical interpretation of facts and other information that are provided in the report 
E) is a customized graphical presentation of key performance parameters C

Question 2

Which of the following documents contains data,feedback,and other types of information,including recommendations?

Accepted Answer

A) informational reports 
B) personal activity reports 
C) position papers 
D) compliance reports 
E) due diligence reports 
A) informational reports 
B) personal activity reports 
C) position papers 
D) compliance reports 
E) due diligence reports E

Question 3

A survey is valid,if it ________.

Accepted Answer

A) produces identical results when repeated in different situations 
B) measures what it is designed to measure 
C) produces distinct results in similar conditions 
D) captures only the opinions of people who want to participate 
E) includes compound questions 
A) produces identical results when repeated in different situations 
B) measures what it is designed to measure 
C) produces distinct results in similar conditions 
D) captures only the opinions of people who want to participate 
E) includes compound questions B

Question 4

In which of these scenarios is a more detailed work plan most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A) a short report which needs to be prepared and mailed in a day 
B) an informal report providing feedback about the new coffee machine in the office 
C) an automated report generated by a software which analyzes data 
D) a report prepared by a team manager regarding the new guidelines for organizational wikis 
E) a report that involves collaboration between three teams that are based in different cities 
A) a short report which needs to be prepared and mailed in a day 
B) an informal report providing feedback about the new coffee machine in the office 
C) an automated report generated by a software which analyzes data 
D) a report prepared by a team manager regarding the new guidelines for organizational wikis 
E) a report that involves collaboration between three teams that are based in different cities

Question 5

________ include reports to assess opportunities,solve problems,and support decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) Operating reports 
B) Policy reports 
C) Compliance reports 
D) Progress reports 
E) Analytical reports 
A) Operating reports 
B) Policy reports 
C) Compliance reports 
D) Progress reports 
E) Analytical reports

Question 6

Which of the following is true of recommendations?

Accepted Answer

A) It interprets information without suggesting an action. 
B) It is based on information outside the scope of the test. 
C) It presents the gist of the material in fewer words than the original. 
D) It suggests what to do about the information. 
E) It is presenting someone else's words as your own. 
A) It interprets information without suggesting an action. 
B) It is based on information outside the scope of the test. 
C) It presents the gist of the material in fewer words than the original. 
D) It suggests what to do about the information. 
E) It is presenting someone else's words as your own.

Question 7

The yardstick approach is a common logical approach used when building your conclusion.In this approach,you use a number of criteria to decide which option to select from two or more possibilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Samantha needs to prepare and present a report which details the handling of certain hazardous materials in the organization's premises.For this she needs to prepare a ________.

Accepted Answer

A) compliance report 
B) progress report 
C) due diligence report 
D) trouble shooting report 
E) business plan 
A) compliance report 
B) progress report 
C) due diligence report 
D) trouble shooting report 
E) business plan

Question 9

You can apply your research findings by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) planning a detailed work plan 
B) phrasing a statement of purpose 
C) selecting the right medium 
D) explaining why you are preparing the report and what you plan to deliver 
E) developing recommendations or drawing conclusions 
A) planning a detailed work plan 
B) phrasing a statement of purpose 
C) selecting the right medium 
D) explaining why you are preparing the report and what you plan to deliver 
E) developing recommendations or drawing conclusions

Question 10

Percy has been asked to suggest his recommendations after reviewing the new policy changes in the organization.Using the direct approach and the 5-steps to unfold his recommendations,Percy should conclude his recommendations by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) summarizing the problem 
B) mentioning potential risks 
C) summarizing the recommendations 
D) listing the recommendations 
E) giving details on procedures, costs, and benefits 
A) summarizing the problem 
B) mentioning potential risks 
C) summarizing the recommendations 
D) listing the recommendations 
E) giving details on procedures, costs, and benefits

Question 11

Which of the following is true about proposals?

Accepted Answer

A) Unsolicited proposals are prepared at the request of external parties that require a product or service. 
B) Solicited proposals include instructions that specify exactly the type of work to be performed or products to be delivered, along with budgets, deadlines, and other requirements. 
C) Request for proposals offer more flexibility but are challenging because recipients aren't expecting to receive them. 
D) Proposals can be grouped into two general categories: internal and external proposals. 
E) A good proposal provides feedback on a wide variety of an organization's functions, including sales, inventories, expenses, shipments, and so on. 
A) Unsolicited proposals are prepared at the request of external parties that require a product or service. 
B) Solicited proposals include instructions that specify exactly the type of work to be performed or products to be delivered, along with budgets, deadlines, and other requirements. 
C) Request for proposals offer more flexibility but are challenging because recipients aren't expecting to receive them. 
D) Proposals can be grouped into two general categories: internal and external proposals. 
E) A good proposal provides feedback on a wide variety of an organization's functions, including sales, inventories, expenses, shipments, and so on.

Question 12

Why do unsolicited proposals offer more flexibility than solicited proposals? Can unsolicited proposals be sent within an organization? If yes,draft the introduction for one such unsolicited internal proposal.If not,explain your answer and draft an introduction for an unsolicited external proposal.Do proposals require secondary research and why?

Accepted Answer

Unsolicited proposals offer more flexibi

Question 13

Which of the following is the concluding step in the process of conducting an effective business research?

Accepted Answer

A) efficient management of information 
B) accurate referencing 
C) search optimization 
D) result visualization 
E) data simplification 
A) efficient management of information 
B) accurate referencing 
C) search optimization 
D) result visualization 
E) data simplification

Question 14

Online databases and specialty search engines help you access parts of the hidden Internet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Leo is evaluating his information sources,so that he can avoid embarrassing and potentially damaging mistakes.To check if his material is current and complete,he should evaluate ________.

Accepted Answer

A) if the author is just someone with an opinion 
B) if the entire source document was accessed or only a selection from it 
C) if the sources are biased or unbiased 
D) if the references support the research 
E) the material stands up to logical scrutiny 
A) if the author is just someone with an opinion 
B) if the entire source document was accessed or only a selection from it 
C) if the sources are biased or unbiased 
D) if the references support the research 
E) the material stands up to logical scrutiny

Question 16

In interviews,open-ended questions which can't be answered with a simple yes or no,can provide deeper insights,opinions,and information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Proposals which request decisions from parties outside the organization are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) grant proposals 
B) project status proposals 
C) trouble shooting proposals 
D) diligence proposals 
E) personal activity proposals 
A) grant proposals 
B) project status proposals 
C) trouble shooting proposals 
D) diligence proposals 
E) personal activity proposals

Question 18

Ron is setting up a website for his organization,which will cater to multiple target audiences like potential employees,customers,investors,and the news media.To organize his site effectively and help the readers explore on their own,he should ________.

Accepted Answer

A) develop the content and then plan the site structure 
B) let his readers be in control by creating links and pathways 
C) make a detailed work plan with a linear outline 
D) keep information in large chunks, that are linked logically 
E) provide a clear list of instructions 
A) develop the content and then plan the site structure 
B) let his readers be in control by creating links and pathways 
C) make a detailed work plan with a linear outline 
D) keep information in large chunks, that are linked logically 
E) provide a clear list of instructions

Question 19

Which of the following should a website designer do in order to ensure that her site is organized effectively?

Accepted Answer

A) Plan the site structure and navigation before she writes. 
B) Take a survey directed at the targeted audience to make the site user-friendly. 
C) Make a note of similar Websites and attempt to create a similar atmosphere. 
D) Give the sequence of the content more importance than the navigation. 
E) Ensure insertion of various promotions and ads in order to make the site look more commercial. 
A) Plan the site structure and navigation before she writes. 
B) Take a survey directed at the targeted audience to make the site user-friendly. 
C) Make a note of similar Websites and attempt to create a similar atmosphere. 
D) Give the sequence of the content more importance than the navigation. 
E) Ensure insertion of various promotions and ads in order to make the site look more commercial.

Question 20

A work plan for reports helps make the best use of your time.For simpler reports,the work plan can be an informal list of tasks and a simple schedule.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The statement of purpose ________.

Which of the following documents contains data,feedback,and other types of information,including recommendations?

A survey is valid,if it ________.

In which of these scenarios is a more detailed work plan most appropriate?

________ include reports to assess opportunities,solve problems,and support decisions.

Which of the following is true of recommendations?

The yardstick approach is a common logical approach used when building your conclusion.In this approach,you use a number of criteria to decide which option to select from two or more possibilities.

Samantha needs to prepare and present a report which details the handling of certain hazardous materials in the organization's premises.For this she needs to prepare a ________.

You can apply your research findings by ________.

Percy has been asked to suggest his recommendations after reviewing the new policy changes in the organization.Using the direct approach and the 5-steps to unfold his recommendations,Percy should conclude his recommendations by ________.

Which of the following is true about proposals?

Which of the following is the concluding step in the process of conducting an effective business research?

Online databases and specialty search engines help you access parts of the hidden Internet.

Leo is evaluating his information sources,so that he can avoid embarrassing and potentially damaging mistakes.To check if his material is current and complete,he should evaluate ________.

In interviews,open-ended questions which can't be answered with a simple yes or no,can provide deeper insights,opinions,and information.

Proposals which request decisions from parties outside the organization are ________.

Ron is setting up a website for his organization,which will cater to multiple target audiences like potential employees,customers,investors,and the news media.To organize his site effectively and help the readers explore on their own,he should ________.

Which of the following should a website designer do in order to ensure that her site is organized effectively?

A work plan for reports helps make the best use of your time.For simpler reports,the work plan can be an informal list of tasks and a simple schedule.

Understanding Business Communication in Todays Workplace

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 10: Understanding and Planning Reports and Proposals

The statement of purpose ________.

Which of the following documents contains data,feedback,and other types of information,including recommendations?

A survey is valid,if it ________.

In which of these scenarios is a more detailed work plan most appropriate?

________ include reports to assess opportunities,solve problems,and support decisions.

Which of the following is true of recommendations?

The yardstick approach is a common logical approach used when building your conclusion.In this approach,you use a number of criteria to decide which option to select from two or more possibilities.

Samantha needs to prepare and present a report which details the handling of certain hazardous materials in the organization's premises.For this she needs to prepare a ________.

You can apply your research findings by ________.

Percy has been asked to suggest his recommendations after reviewing the new policy changes in the organization.Using the direct approach and the 5-steps to unfold his recommendations,Percy should conclude his recommendations by ________.

Which of the following is true about proposals?

Which of the following is the concluding step in the process of conducting an effective business research?

Online databases and specialty search engines help you access parts of the hidden Internet.

Leo is evaluating his information sources,so that he can avoid embarrassing and potentially damaging mistakes.To check if his material is current and complete,he should evaluate ________.

In interviews,open-ended questions which can't be answered with a simple yes or no,can provide deeper insights,opinions,and information.

Proposals which request decisions from parties outside the organization are ________.

Ron is setting up a website for his organization,which will cater to multiple target audiences like potential employees,customers,investors,and the news media.To organize his site effectively and help the readers explore on their own,he should ________.

Which of the following should a website designer do in order to ensure that her site is organized effectively?

A work plan for reports helps make the best use of your time.For simpler reports,the work plan can be an informal list of tasks and a simple schedule.

Understanding Business Communication in Todays Workplace

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Filters