Question 1

An introduction is never longer than a paragraph or two.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

The "Summary" of a report is another name for the report's conclusions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

A report title always starts with "A Study of" or "A Report on."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

A formal report ______________

Accepted Answer

A)  must be at least 10 pages long. 
B)  is always for outsiders; internal reports are always informal. 
C)  is informational as opposed to analytical. 
D)  has a professional appearance and an impersonal tone. 
A)  must be at least 10 pages long. 
B)  is always for outsiders; internal reports are always informal. 
C)  is informational as opposed to analytical. 
D)  has a professional appearance and an impersonal tone.

Question 5

The key findings or points of a report are stated in the ___________________

Accepted Answer

A)  executive summary. 
B)  conclusions. 
C)  recommendations. 
D)  notes. 
A)  executive summary. 
B)  conclusions. 
C)  recommendations. 
D)  notes.

Question 6

A writer's summary of the main ideas,conclusions and recommendations (if any)would typically be placed in a section labeled __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A writer's summary of the main ideas,conclusions...

Question 7

Briefly explain the difference between an informative synopsis and a descriptive synopsis.

Accepted Answer

Whereas an informative synopsis presents

Question 8

It is sometimes acceptable for the title page to serve as the report cover.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When proofreading it is helpful to have one expert person check for technical details and one non-expert person make sure it's understandable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A synopsis of a 15-page report is at least two pages long.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The goal of a proposal is to impress readers with your professionalism and to make your offering and your company stand out from the competition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A synopsis is generally more comprehensive than an executive summary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

An appendix contains materials related to the report but not included in the text because they are too lengthy,are too bulky,or perhaps not relevant to everyone in the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In a formal proposal,how do you determine what organizational approach to use in the letter of transmittal?

Accepted Answer

How you handle the letter of transmittal

Question 15

An executive summary ___________________

Accepted Answer

A)  is never longer than a few paragraphs. 
B)  may contain headings and visual aids. 
C)  comes before the synopsis in the prefatory section of a report. 
D)  is always included with reports longer than 10 pages. 
A)  is never longer than a few paragraphs. 
B)  may contain headings and visual aids. 
C)  comes before the synopsis in the prefatory section of a report. 
D)  is always included with reports longer than 10 pages.

Question 16

For a skeptical or hostile audience,you use an informative synopsis instead of a descriptive one.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

If a report does not have a synopsis,the letter of transmittal can be used to summarize the major findings,conclusions,and recommendations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Covers for reports are usually blank sheets of card stock that serve to protect the contents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Proofreading the textual part of your report is ______________________________

Accepted Answer

A)  more important than proofreading other types of documents because reports usually have more typographical errors. 
B)  usually quick because the visual aids in reports don't usually need proofing. 
C)  essentially the same as proofreading any business message. 
D)  is not necessary because word-processors catch grammar and spelling errors. 
A)  more important than proofreading other types of documents because reports usually have more typographical errors. 
B)  usually quick because the visual aids in reports don't usually need proofing. 
C)  essentially the same as proofreading any business message. 
D)  is not necessary because word-processors catch grammar and spelling errors.

Question 20

When should you include a separate list of illustrations with your report?

Accepted Answer

You should create a separate l

An introduction is never longer than a paragraph or two.

The "Summary" of a report is another name for the report's conclusions.

A report title always starts with "A Study of" or "A Report on."

A formal report ______________

The key findings or points of a report are stated in the ___________________

A writer's summary of the main ideas,conclusions and recommendations (if any)would typically be placed in a section labeled __________.

Briefly explain the difference between an informative synopsis and a descriptive synopsis.

It is sometimes acceptable for the title page to serve as the report cover.

When proofreading it is helpful to have one expert person check for technical details and one non-expert person make sure it's understandable.

A synopsis of a 15-page report is at least two pages long.

The goal of a proposal is to impress readers with your professionalism and to make your offering and your company stand out from the competition.

A synopsis is generally more comprehensive than an executive summary.

An appendix contains materials related to the report but not included in the text because they are too lengthy,are too bulky,or perhaps not relevant to everyone in the audience.

In a formal proposal,how do you determine what organizational approach to use in the letter of transmittal?

An executive summary ___________________

For a skeptical or hostile audience,you use an informative synopsis instead of a descriptive one.

If a report does not have a synopsis,the letter of transmittal can be used to summarize the major findings,conclusions,and recommendations.

Covers for reports are usually blank sheets of card stock that serve to protect the contents.

Proofreading the textual part of your report is ______________________________

When should you include a separate list of illustrations with your report?

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Exam 13: Completing Reports and Proposals

An introduction is never longer than a paragraph or two.

The "Summary" of a report is another name for the report's conclusions.

A report title always starts with "A Study of" or "A Report on."

A formal report ______________

The key findings or points of a report are stated in the ___________________

A writer's summary of the main ideas,conclusions and recommendations (if any)would typically be placed in a section labeled __________.

Briefly explain the difference between an informative synopsis and a descriptive synopsis.

It is sometimes acceptable for the title page to serve as the report cover.

When proofreading it is helpful to have one expert person check for technical details and one non-expert person make sure it's understandable.

A synopsis of a 15-page report is at least two pages long.

The goal of a proposal is to impress readers with your professionalism and to make your offering and your company stand out from the competition.

A synopsis is generally more comprehensive than an executive summary.

An appendix contains materials related to the report but not included in the text because they are too lengthy,are too bulky,or perhaps not relevant to everyone in the audience.

In a formal proposal,how do you determine what organizational approach to use in the letter of transmittal?

An executive summary ___________________

For a skeptical or hostile audience,you use an informative synopsis instead of a descriptive one.

If a report does not have a synopsis,the letter of transmittal can be used to summarize the major findings,conclusions,and recommendations.

Covers for reports are usually blank sheets of card stock that serve to protect the contents.

Proofreading the textual part of your report is ______________________________

When should you include a separate list of illustrations with your report?

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

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing 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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