Exam 11: Writing Proposals and Reports

List in order the steps you should normally follow in writing a transmittal.

Companies who are interested in corporate social responsibility are increasingly issuing sustainability reports.What are some things they can do to make sure these reports are as strong as possible? Why do you make these suggestions?

A ____________ is a word, phrase, or sentence that tells the reader whether the discussion is continuing on the same point or shifting points.

You should end a proposal for a class research project with a call to action, which orders your professor to approve your proposal.

The ___________ of a formal report presents and interprets data in words and visuals, analyzes causes of the problem, evaluates possible solutions, and demonstrates the evidence that will support the report's conclusions and recommendations.

The word "problem," used to introduce a section of a report is known as which of the following?

If your report builds on previous documents, you should include those documents in the report's ______________.

_____ make your recommendations less valid or valid only under certain conditions.

Which of the following options is NOT a good reason to discuss alternatives separately in a feasibility report?

Manoj is writing a proposal for a class project that focuses on teaching students effective study skills.He believes ineffective study skills are artificially depressing students' final grades, and thinks it is important for the college's reputation to fix this problem.In which of the following report sections should he discuss this information?

A closure report does not have to be very specific since it indicates a close to a failed project.

Use "you" in reports to help your readers identify with your recommendations.

The _____ section of a formal report summarizes points you have made in the body of the report.

Which of the following parts of the formal report would be the BEST place to include proof for the recommendations?

Lots of technical terminology is very persuasive in sales proposals.

The _____ section in the introduction to a formal report identifies how broad an area the report surveys.

When you're writing a report for a class project, your background reading can form the first draft of your list of references.

Which of the following options should NOT be included in an information report?

Which of the following BEST describes the function of a topic sentence?

How should you organize a justification report when your reader will be reluctant to grant your request? Why will this organization help you achieve your goals?