Question 1

Compared to offline content,the composition of online content requires unique considerations.Which of these statements strengthens this argument?

Accepted Answer

A) Mia should make sure that all her content on the company website is accurate and bias-free because today's readers are very critical of the information they receive. 
B) The article on inflation was useful and well written. The important concepts in the main article were hyperlinked, so that they can be explained in detail in the subsequent links. 
C) Earlier most towns had just one newspaper, but today the number of newspapers has definitely grown. 
D) To create effective headings, one should use meaningful keywords and avoid the temptation of resorting to clever wordplay. 
E) Magazines, both online and offline, are finding it difficult to gain sufficient readership due to an increasing number of substitutes. 
A) Mia should make sure that all her content on the company website is accurate and bias-free because today's readers are very critical of the information they receive. 
B) The article on inflation was useful and well written. The important concepts in the main article were hyperlinked, so that they can be explained in detail in the subsequent links. 
C) Earlier most towns had just one newspaper, but today the number of newspapers has definitely grown. 
D) To create effective headings, one should use meaningful keywords and avoid the temptation of resorting to clever wordplay. 
E) Magazines, both online and offline, are finding it difficult to gain sufficient readership due to an increasing number of substitutes.

Question 2

Toon Interactive (TI)has received a solicited formal proposal to their RFP from Data View Systems (DVS). After reviewing the proposal, TI decides to adopt the recommendations from the proposal without hiring Data View Systems. What are the ethical implications of this scenario? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

(Student answers may vary)
DVS has respo

Question 3

If a report calls for follow-up action of any kind,clearly identify who is going to do what,or what should happen next.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

To be an effective visual communicator,emphasize differences,depict items in contrasting colors,such as red and blue or black and white.To emphasize similarities,make color differences more subtle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A longer report may include a(n)________,a fully developed "mini" version of the report,for readers who lack the time or motivation to read the entire document.

Accepted Answer

A) executive summary 
B) sandbox 
C) appendix 
D) call to action 
E) letter of transmittal 
A) executive summary 
B) sandbox 
C) appendix 
D) call to action 
E) letter of transmittal

Question 6

A work plan for a proposal,which describes how you'll accomplish what must be done,states when work will begin,how it will be divided into stages,when you'll finish,and whether follow-up will be needed.This is usually included in the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) introduction 
B) scope 
C) body 
D) close 
E) conclusion 
A) introduction 
B) scope 
C) body 
D) close 
E) conclusion

Question 7

Pamela is asked to use a data visualization tool and show the relative frequency of the 50 most-used terms in survey responses.This information is to be posted on the company website.For this Pamela should use ________.

Accepted Answer

A) linkage maps 
B) clustering 
C) calender motifs 
D) tag clouds 
E) lists 
A) linkage maps 
B) clustering 
C) calender motifs 
D) tag clouds 
E) lists

Question 8

________ introduce(s)important topics by helping readers get ready for new information.

Accepted Answer

A) The preface 
B) The introduction 
C) Transitions 
D) Review sections 
E) Preview sections 
A) The preface 
B) The introduction 
C) Transitions 
D) Review sections 
E) Preview sections

Question 9

Which of the following will be effective with multilingual audiences?

Accepted Answer

A) colorful adjectives and adverbs 
B) pictures 
C) similes and metaphors 
D) humor 
E) monotonous writing 
A) colorful adjectives and adverbs 
B) pictures 
C) similes and metaphors 
D) humor 
E) monotonous writing

Question 10

What is formal and informal visual balance? If an organization is involved in advertising,publishing and drug research,what kind of balance should they apply to their website and why? Readers have complained that the company's website does not really meet their needs and they really need to dig for information.What changes should the organization focus on?

Accepted Answer

Visual balance can be either formal,in w

Question 11

How would you adapt the three-step process to successful wiki writing?

Accepted Answer

(Students answers may vary)
You can easi

Question 12

If you include a synopsis or an executive summary in your report,________.

Accepted Answer

A) exclude the introduction to avoid redundancy 
B) keep the introduction long 
C) keep your introduction brief to avoid redundancy 
D) the introduction is optional 
E) the introduction should be of a similar length 
A) exclude the introduction to avoid redundancy 
B) keep the introduction long 
C) keep your introduction brief to avoid redundancy 
D) the introduction is optional 
E) the introduction should be of a similar length

Question 13

A ________ is a commonly used tool for showing how the parts of a whole are distributed.

Accepted Answer

A) line chart 
B) flowchart 
C) pie chart 
D) tag cloud 
E) bar chart 
A) line chart 
B) flowchart 
C) pie chart 
D) tag cloud 
E) bar chart

Question 14

Veronica has to respond to an RFP with a proposal.In her proposal,she needs to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) follow the instructions in the RFP 
B) include only the letter of transmittal 
C) include data visualization 
D) only mention the tracking number 
E) have a separate letter of authorization 
A) follow the instructions in the RFP 
B) include only the letter of transmittal 
C) include data visualization 
D) only mention the tracking number 
E) have a separate letter of authorization

Question 15

If you don't agree with published content and plan to revise it,you can use the wiki's discussion facility to share your concerns with other contributors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

List points to be kept in mind when drafting website content.

Accepted Answer

(Answers may vary)
The skills you've dev

Question 17

You can improve your business report's readability by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) adding colorful adjectives and adverbs 
B) using casual language 
C) adding headings and subheadings 
D) including humor 
E) using corporate-speak 
A) adding colorful adjectives and adverbs 
B) using casual language 
C) adding headings and subheadings 
D) including humor 
E) using corporate-speak

Question 18

The prefatory elements of proposals consists of appendixes and résumés of key players.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The list of illustrations and synopsis or executive summary are parts of the prefatory elements of a report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A pie chart,also called an area chart,is a form of line chart that shows a cumulative effect; all the lines add up to the top line,which represents the total.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Compared to offline content,the composition of online content requires unique considerations.Which of these statements strengthens this argument?

Toon Interactive (TI)has received a solicited formal proposal to their RFP from Data View Systems (DVS). After reviewing the proposal, TI decides to adopt the recommendations from the proposal without hiring Data View Systems. What are the ethical implications of this scenario? Explain your answer.

If a report calls for follow-up action of any kind,clearly identify who is going to do what,or what should happen next.

To be an effective visual communicator,emphasize differences,depict items in contrasting colors,such as red and blue or black and white.To emphasize similarities,make color differences more subtle.

A longer report may include a(n)________,a fully developed "mini" version of the report,for readers who lack the time or motivation to read the entire document.

A work plan for a proposal,which describes how you'll accomplish what must be done,states when work will begin,how it will be divided into stages,when you'll finish,and whether follow-up will be needed.This is usually included in the ________.

Pamela is asked to use a data visualization tool and show the relative frequency of the 50 most-used terms in survey responses.This information is to be posted on the company website.For this Pamela should use ________.

________ introduce(s)important topics by helping readers get ready for new information.

Which of the following will be effective with multilingual audiences?

How would you adapt the three-step process to successful wiki writing?

If you include a synopsis or an executive summary in your report,________.

A ________ is a commonly used tool for showing how the parts of a whole are distributed.

Veronica has to respond to an RFP with a proposal.In her proposal,she needs to ________.

If you don't agree with published content and plan to revise it,you can use the wiki's discussion facility to share your concerns with other contributors.

List points to be kept in mind when drafting website content.

You can improve your business report's readability by ________.

The prefatory elements of proposals consists of appendixes and résumés of key players.

The list of illustrations and synopsis or executive summary are parts of the prefatory elements of a report.

A pie chart,also called an area chart,is a form of line chart that shows a cumulative effect; all the lines add up to the top line,which represents the total.

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

Understanding and Planning Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 11: Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Compared to offline content,the composition of online content requires unique considerations.Which of these statements strengthens this argument?

Toon Interactive (TI)has received a solicited formal proposal to their RFP from Data View Systems (DVS). After reviewing the proposal, TI decides to adopt the recommendations from the proposal without hiring Data View Systems. What are the ethical implications of this scenario? Explain your answer.

If a report calls for follow-up action of any kind,clearly identify who is going to do what,or what should happen next.

To be an effective visual communicator,emphasize differences,depict items in contrasting colors,such as red and blue or black and white.To emphasize similarities,make color differences more subtle.

A longer report may include a(n)________,a fully developed "mini" version of the report,for readers who lack the time or motivation to read the entire document.

A work plan for a proposal,which describes how you'll accomplish what must be done,states when work will begin,how it will be divided into stages,when you'll finish,and whether follow-up will be needed.This is usually included in the ________.

Pamela is asked to use a data visualization tool and show the relative frequency of the 50 most-used terms in survey responses.This information is to be posted on the company website.For this Pamela should use ________.

________ introduce(s)important topics by helping readers get ready for new information.

Which of the following will be effective with multilingual audiences?

How would you adapt the three-step process to successful wiki writing?

If you include a synopsis or an executive summary in your report,________.

A ________ is a commonly used tool for showing how the parts of a whole are distributed.

Veronica has to respond to an RFP with a proposal.In her proposal,she needs to ________.

If you don't agree with published content and plan to revise it,you can use the wiki's discussion facility to share your concerns with other contributors.

List points to be kept in mind when drafting website content.

You can improve your business report's readability by ________.

The prefatory elements of proposals consists of appendixes and résumés of key players.

The list of illustrations and synopsis or executive summary are parts of the prefatory elements of a report.

A pie chart,also called an area chart,is a form of line chart that shows a cumulative effect; all the lines add up to the top line,which represents the total.

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

Understanding and Planning Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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