Question 1

Generally speaking,a line chart should never contain fewer than 2-3 lines.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Any formal business report should include all of the following elements in the introduction: authorization,problem/purpose,scope,background,sources/methods,definitions,limitations,and report organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

When it comes to wikis,it is not necessary to think through a long-term purpose in the planning step.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

In designing visuals for business reports,what tasks are best suited for bar charts? List at least two.

Accepted Answer

Bar charts are particularly useful for c

Question 5

Describe the characteristics of effective links in online content.

Accepted Answer

Links in your material should serve for

Question 6

CAD stands for

Accepted Answer

A)  charts automatically designed. 
B)  complete audiovisual display. 
C)  computer-aided design. 
D)  computer adaptable display. 
E)  corporate activity detail 
A)  charts automatically designed. 
B)  complete audiovisual display. 
C)  computer-aided design. 
D)  computer adaptable display. 
E)  corporate activity detail

Question 7

Once your proposal is accepted,you can start altering the work plan to make the schedule and costs more realistic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A surface chart is

Accepted Answer

A)  a type of three-dimensional pie chart. 
B)  a form of line chart in which all the lines add up to the top line. 
C)  a type of map showing various terrains. 
D)  used to show interrelationships within an organization. 
E)  the same thing as a pie chart. 
A)  a type of three-dimensional pie chart. 
B)  a form of line chart in which all the lines add up to the top line. 
C)  a type of map showing various terrains. 
D)  used to show interrelationships within an organization. 
E)  the same thing as a pie chart.

Question 9

Drawings,diagrams,and photographs are generally not helpful in business documents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Discuss six principles to keep in mind when designing visuals regarding the aesthetic and symbolic aspects of graphic art.

Accepted Answer

(1)Consistency: Readers view a series of

Question 11

If you end up with multiple conclusions,recommendations,or actions in your report,it is best to

Accepted Answer

A)  go back to the drawing board and cut them down to one or two, at the most. 
B)  combine similar items to make it easy on your readers. 
C)  number and list them. 
D)  leave them out of the report itself and include them in an appendix. 
E)  admit that you really aren't sure what to do. 
A)  go back to the drawing board and cut them down to one or two, at the most. 
B)  combine similar items to make it easy on your readers. 
C)  number and list them. 
D)  leave them out of the report itself and include them in an appendix. 
E)  admit that you really aren't sure what to do.

Question 12

Using templates in preparing reports

Accepted Answer

A)  limits your creativity and makes your report look ordinary. 
B)  is a sign of incompetence. 
C)  saves time by providing a format and identifying the specific sections required for the type of report you are writing. 
D)  is costly and time-consuming. 
E)  usually makes reports more difficult to read. 
A)  limits your creativity and makes your report look ordinary. 
B)  is a sign of incompetence. 
C)  saves time by providing a format and identifying the specific sections required for the type of report you are writing. 
D)  is costly and time-consuming. 
E)  usually makes reports more difficult to read.

Question 13

In a proposal to install and monitor a security system,statements such as "Our company has over 25 years of experience" should appear in what section?

Accepted Answer

A)  Introduction 
B)  Body 
C)  Close 
D)  Appendix 
E)  Index 
A)  Introduction 
B)  Body 
C)  Close 
D)  Appendix 
E)  Index

Question 14

To gain credibility with your audience in business reports,do all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  research all sides of your topic. 
B)  make the report longer than it really needs to be. 
C)  avoid setting unrealistic expectations. 
D)  document your findings with credible sources. 
E)  All of the above will increase your credibility. 
A)  research all sides of your topic. 
B)  make the report longer than it really needs to be. 
C)  avoid setting unrealistic expectations. 
D)  document your findings with credible sources. 
E)  All of the above will increase your credibility.

Question 15

In preparing a presentation for a local community group,you need to describe the process your plant uses to manufacture home appliances.What type of visual aid should you use to describe the process,and why?

Accepted Answer

A flowchart would be best in this case,s

Question 16

When you write in a formal style,you should

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminate references to I and me. 
B)  open with a humorous anecdote. 
C)  use many colorful adjectives or adverbs. 
D)  still include contractions such as "We've" to retain a conversational tone. 
E)  use as much jargon as possible. 
A)  eliminate references to I and me. 
B)  open with a humorous anecdote. 
C)  use many colorful adjectives or adverbs. 
D)  still include contractions such as "We've" to retain a conversational tone. 
E)  use as much jargon as possible.

Question 17

Rewrite the following sentence in a more formal tone,appropriate for a business report: "I don't think changing our mileage reimbursement policy would make things any better."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rewrite the following sentence in a more...

Question 18

When drafting content for online reports,it is helpful to use the inverted pyramid style of organization in which you

Accepted Answer

A)  cover the most important information first and then gradually reveal more detail. 
B)  cover the least important information first and work your way to the main idea. 
C)  make readers believe you are headed in one direction, and reveal your true intentions at the end. 
D)  walk readers through arguments you don't support, and then explain why. 
E)  use as many complex sentences as possible. 
A)  cover the most important information first and then gradually reveal more detail. 
B)  cover the least important information first and work your way to the main idea. 
C)  make readers believe you are headed in one direction, and reveal your true intentions at the end. 
D)  walk readers through arguments you don't support, and then explain why. 
E)  use as many complex sentences as possible.

Question 19

Combining conclusions and recommendations under one heading is not acceptable in business reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Whereas a(n)________ file in a report requires readers to be online so the file can be updated,a(n)________ file does not.

Accepted Answer

A)  embedded; linked 
B)  linked; embedded 
C)  pdf; Microsoft Word 
D)  Microsoft Word; pdf 
E)  compressed; uncompressed 
A)  embedded; linked 
B)  linked; embedded 
C)  pdf; Microsoft Word 
D)  Microsoft Word; pdf 
E)  compressed; uncompressed

Generally speaking,a line chart should never contain fewer than 2-3 lines.

Any formal business report should include all of the following elements in the introduction: authorization,problem/purpose,scope,background,sources/methods,definitions,limitations,and report organization.

When it comes to wikis,it is not necessary to think through a long-term purpose in the planning step.

In designing visuals for business reports,what tasks are best suited for bar charts? List at least two.

Describe the characteristics of effective links in online content.

CAD stands for

Once your proposal is accepted,you can start altering the work plan to make the schedule and costs more realistic.

A surface chart is

Drawings,diagrams,and photographs are generally not helpful in business documents.

Discuss six principles to keep in mind when designing visuals regarding the aesthetic and symbolic aspects of graphic art.

If you end up with multiple conclusions,recommendations,or actions in your report,it is best to

Using templates in preparing reports

In a proposal to install and monitor a security system,statements such as "Our company has over 25 years of experience" should appear in what section?

To gain credibility with your audience in business reports,do all of the following except

In preparing a presentation for a local community group,you need to describe the process your plant uses to manufacture home appliances.What type of visual aid should you use to describe the process,and why?

When you write in a formal style,you should

Rewrite the following sentence in a more formal tone,appropriate for a business report: "I don't think changing our mileage reimbursement policy would make things any better."

When drafting content for online reports,it is helpful to use the inverted pyramid style of organization in which you

Combining conclusions and recommendations under one heading is not acceptable in business reports.

Whereas a(n) file in a report requires readers to be online so the file can be updated,a(n) file does not.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

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

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

Handbook of Grammar, Mechanics, and Usage

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Exam 12: Writing Reports and Proposals

Generally speaking,a line chart should never contain fewer than 2-3 lines.

Any formal business report should include all of the following elements in the introduction: authorization,problem/purpose,scope,background,sources/methods,definitions,limitations,and report organization.

When it comes to wikis,it is not necessary to think through a long-term purpose in the planning step.

In designing visuals for business reports,what tasks are best suited for bar charts? List at least two.

Describe the characteristics of effective links in online content.

CAD stands for

Once your proposal is accepted,you can start altering the work plan to make the schedule and costs more realistic.

A surface chart is

Drawings,diagrams,and photographs are generally not helpful in business documents.

Discuss six principles to keep in mind when designing visuals regarding the aesthetic and symbolic aspects of graphic art.

If you end up with multiple conclusions,recommendations,or actions in your report,it is best to

Using templates in preparing reports

In a proposal to install and monitor a security system,statements such as "Our company has over 25 years of experience" should appear in what section?

To gain credibility with your audience in business reports,do all of the following except

In preparing a presentation for a local community group,you need to describe the process your plant uses to manufacture home appliances.What type of visual aid should you use to describe the process,and why?

When you write in a formal style,you should

Rewrite the following sentence in a more formal tone,appropriate for a business report: "I don't think changing our mileage reimbursement policy would make things any better."

When drafting content for online reports,it is helpful to use the inverted pyramid style of organization in which you

Combining conclusions and recommendations under one heading is not acceptable in business reports.

Whereas a(n)________ file in a report requires readers to be online so the file can be updated,a(n)________ file does not.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

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

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

Handbook of Grammar, Mechanics, and Usage

Filters

Whereas a(n) file in a report requires readers to be online so the file can be updated,a(n) file does not.