Question 1

List four questions you should ask yourself when you are trying to verify the quality of the sources you use.

Accepted Answer

1)Does the source have a reputation for

Question 2

In the 2 + 2 = 4 approach,the main points in your outline are ________________

Accepted Answer

A)  quantitative in nature. 
B)  the main reasons behind your conclusions. 
C)  less important than your recommendations. 
D)  more important than your recommendations. 
A)  quantitative in nature. 
B)  the main reasons behind your conclusions. 
C)  less important than your recommendations. 
D)  more important than your recommendations.

Question 3

Very few reports require a work plan.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Analytical reports are used to assess opportunities,to solve problems,and to support decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In evaluating material you have gathered for a report ______________

Accepted Answer

A)  you can assume that any information taken from a web page will be credible and reliable. 
B)  you should throw out any information whose source is an organization that might be biased. 
C)  you should check the material for currency. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  you can assume that any information taken from a web page will be credible and reliable. 
B)  you should throw out any information whose source is an organization that might be biased. 
C)  you should check the material for currency. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 6

Describe the differences between quoting,paraphrasing,and summarizing information.

Accepted Answer

Quoting a source means reproducing the c

Question 7

A focus group is a group of employees working on a very specific project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Briefly explain the primary function of a statement of purpose; then indicate the most useful way to phrase one.

Accepted Answer

A statement of purpose defines why you a

Question 9

Briefly explain problem factoring.

Accepted Answer

Problem factoring helps report

Question 10

What three pieces of advice would you give to a colleague who is organizing the company website?

Accepted Answer

Plan your navigation first.Don't make th

Question 11

A(n)__________ is a logical interpretation of the facts and other information in your report.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ is a logical interpretation of the...

Question 12

The longer the message,the more effective the indirect approach is likely to be.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Provide at least five examples of topical organization strategies for business reports.

Accepted Answer

(1)Comparison, (2)importance,

Question 14

Position papers spell out lasting guidelines on company policies and procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A justification report is an internal report designed to persuade top management to approve a proposed investment or project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Interim progress reports to clients are rarely needed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Although it is persuasive,the 2 + 2 = 4 approach is not an efficient way to organize an analytical report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A(n)__________ suggests what ought to be done about the facts.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ suggests what ought to be done...

Question 19

An informational report that summarizes a proposed business venture is called a(n)____________

Accepted Answer

A)  business plan. 
B)  compliance report. 
C)  operating report. 
D)  personal activity report. 
A)  business plan. 
B)  compliance report. 
C)  operating report. 
D)  personal activity report.

Question 20

__________ is expressing someone else's ideas in your own words.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is expressing someone else's ideas in...

List four questions you should ask yourself when you are trying to verify the quality of the sources you use.

In the 2 + 2 = 4 approach,the main points in your outline are ________________

Very few reports require a work plan.

Analytical reports are used to assess opportunities,to solve problems,and to support decisions.

In evaluating material you have gathered for a report ______________

Describe the differences between quoting,paraphrasing,and summarizing information.

A focus group is a group of employees working on a very specific project.

Briefly explain the primary function of a statement of purpose; then indicate the most useful way to phrase one.

Briefly explain problem factoring.

What three pieces of advice would you give to a colleague who is organizing the company website?

A(n)__________ is a logical interpretation of the facts and other information in your report.

The longer the message,the more effective the indirect approach is likely to be.

Provide at least five examples of topical organization strategies for business reports.

Position papers spell out lasting guidelines on company policies and procedures.

A justification report is an internal report designed to persuade top management to approve a proposed investment or project.

Interim progress reports to clients are rarely needed.

Although it is persuasive,the 2 + 2 = 4 approach is not an efficient way to organize an analytical report.

A(n)__________ suggests what ought to be done about the facts.

An informational report that summarizes a proposed business venture is called a(n)____________

__________ is expressing someone else's ideas in your own words.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication

Communicating Interculturally

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 Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

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Exam 11: Planning Reports and Proposals

List four questions you should ask yourself when you are trying to verify the quality of the sources you use.

In the 2 + 2 = 4 approach,the main points in your outline are ________________

Very few reports require a work plan.

Analytical reports are used to assess opportunities,to solve problems,and to support decisions.

In evaluating material you have gathered for a report ______________

Describe the differences between quoting,paraphrasing,and summarizing information.

A focus group is a group of employees working on a very specific project.

Briefly explain the primary function of a statement of purpose; then indicate the most useful way to phrase one.

Briefly explain problem factoring.

What three pieces of advice would you give to a colleague who is organizing the company website?

A(n)__________ is a logical interpretation of the facts and other information in your report.

The longer the message,the more effective the indirect approach is likely to be.

Provide at least five examples of topical organization strategies for business reports.

Position papers spell out lasting guidelines on company policies and procedures.

A justification report is an internal report designed to persuade top management to approve a proposed investment or project.

Interim progress reports to clients are rarely needed.

Although it is persuasive,the 2 + 2 = 4 approach is not an efficient way to organize an analytical report.

A(n)__________ suggests what ought to be done about the facts.

An informational report that summarizes a proposed business venture is called a(n)____________

__________ is expressing someone else's ideas in your own words.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication

Communicating Interculturally

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 Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

Filters