Question 1

Camouflaged verbs are those that have been changed into nouns or adjectives.

Accepted Answer

Camouflaged

Question 2

Spell-checkers,grammar-checkers,and computerized thesauruses are taking the place of good writing and editing skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

A piece of writing that scores well on a readability index is not necessarily readable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

To add interest to your message,it is a good idea to vary the margins,typeface,type size,and spacing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Rewrite the following sentence to remove the dangling modifier: "Lying next to the filing cabinet,the office manager found the financial report."

Accepted Answer

The office manager f

Question 6

Describe six elements that business letters typically have.

Accepted Answer

(1)Preprinted letterhead stati

Question 7

To create a pleasing document design _____________

Accepted Answer

A) take readability formulas into account. 
B) use as many decorative touches as possible to make the pages look more interesting. 
C) be consistent when using recurring design elements,spacing,and type. 
D) all of the above. 
A) take readability formulas into account. 
B) use as many decorative touches as possible to make the pages look more interesting. 
C) be consistent when using recurring design elements,spacing,and type. 
D) all of the above.

Question 8

When editing for content and organization,pay special attention to _____________

Accepted Answer

A) grammar and usage. 
B) punctuation and spelling. 
C) the beginning and ending of the message. 
D) style and tone. 
A) grammar and usage. 
B) punctuation and spelling. 
C) the beginning and ending of the message. 
D) style and tone.

Question 9

The subject and predicate of a sentence should be kept as close together as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

If you start a sentence with an indefinite pronoun,chances are the sentence can be shortened.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Using company document templates ensures a consistent look and feel for all print and online company documents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Rewrite the following sentence to eliminate the unnecessary phrases: "In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen."

Accepted Answer

We cannot offer refu

Question 13

When it comes to proofreading your documents _____________

Accepted Answer

A) use a methodical approach to help you find errors. 
B) it's okay to let a few mechanical errors slip through,since the content is what counts. 
C) you should focus primarily on grammar and spelling;it's too late to do anything about the design or format. 
D) it's OK to review quickly if you have done a thorough job editing. 
A) use a methodical approach to help you find errors. 
B) it's okay to let a few mechanical errors slip through,since the content is what counts. 
C) you should focus primarily on grammar and spelling;it's too late to do anything about the design or format. 
D) it's OK to review quickly if you have done a thorough job editing.

Question 14

Which of the following sentences contains a camouflaged verb?

Accepted Answer

A) "Some do;others don't." 
B) "She is the office manager but also serves as ad manager." 
C) "It is John's recommendation that she be hired." 
D) "He slowly,deliberately added the numbers." 
A) "Some do;others don't." 
B) "She is the office manager but also serves as ad manager." 
C) "It is John's recommendation that she be hired." 
D) "He slowly,deliberately added the numbers."

Question 15

Sans serif typefaces are preferable to serif typefaces when designing long blocks of text.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Memos are often distributed within the organization's own environment without sealed envelopes and therefore are less private than most other message formats like IM,texting,emailing,and voice-messaging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which are the most common type sizes for regular text in a document?

Accepted Answer

A) 8 and 9 point 
B) 8 and 10 point 
C) 9 and 12 point 
D) 14 and 16 point 
E) 10 and 12 point 
A) 8 and 9 point 
B) 8 and 10 point 
C) 9 and 12 point 
D) 14 and 16 point 
E) 10 and 12 point

Question 18

When selecting typefaces for a business document _____________

Accepted Answer

A) use a typeface that conveys the right personality for the situation. 
B) make generous use of such styles as all caps,underlines,and boldface. 
C) choose a nice sans serif face for your main body text. 
D) all of the above. 
A) use a typeface that conveys the right personality for the situation. 
B) make generous use of such styles as all caps,underlines,and boldface. 
C) choose a nice sans serif face for your main body text. 
D) all of the above.

Question 19

Conclusions should accomplish what two tasks?

Accepted Answer

Conclusions should (

Question 20

Explain at least three of the steps involved in editing documents for clarity.

Accepted Answer

Editing for clarity involves breaking up

Camouflaged verbs are those that have been changed into nouns or adjectives.

Spell-checkers,grammar-checkers,and computerized thesauruses are taking the place of good writing and editing skills.

A piece of writing that scores well on a readability index is not necessarily readable.

To add interest to your message,it is a good idea to vary the margins,typeface,type size,and spacing.

Rewrite the following sentence to remove the dangling modifier: "Lying next to the filing cabinet,the office manager found the financial report."

Describe six elements that business letters typically have.

To create a pleasing document design _____________

When editing for content and organization,pay special attention to _____________

The subject and predicate of a sentence should be kept as close together as possible.

If you start a sentence with an indefinite pronoun,chances are the sentence can be shortened.

Using company document templates ensures a consistent look and feel for all print and online company documents.

Rewrite the following sentence to eliminate the unnecessary phrases: "In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen."

When it comes to proofreading your documents _____________

Which of the following sentences contains a camouflaged verb?

Sans serif typefaces are preferable to serif typefaces when designing long blocks of text.

Memos are often distributed within the organization's own environment without sealed envelopes and therefore are less private than most other message formats like IM,texting,emailing,and voice-messaging.

Which are the most common type sizes for regular text in a document?

When selecting typefaces for a business document _____________

Conclusions should accomplish what two tasks?

Explain at least three of the steps involved in editing documents for clarity.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

Communicating Interculturally

Planning Business Messages

Writing 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

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 6: Completing Business Messages

Camouflaged verbs are those that have been changed into nouns or adjectives.

Spell-checkers,grammar-checkers,and computerized thesauruses are taking the place of good writing and editing skills.

A piece of writing that scores well on a readability index is not necessarily readable.

To add interest to your message,it is a good idea to vary the margins,typeface,type size,and spacing.

Rewrite the following sentence to remove the dangling modifier: "Lying next to the filing cabinet,the office manager found the financial report."

Describe six elements that business letters typically have.

To create a pleasing document design _____________

When editing for content and organization,pay special attention to _____________

The subject and predicate of a sentence should be kept as close together as possible.

If you start a sentence with an indefinite pronoun,chances are the sentence can be shortened.

Using company document templates ensures a consistent look and feel for all print and online company documents.

Rewrite the following sentence to eliminate the unnecessary phrases: "In view of the fact that the customer service department is closed,we do not have the capability of offering refunds until such a time as they reopen."

When it comes to proofreading your documents _____________

Which of the following sentences contains a camouflaged verb?

Sans serif typefaces are preferable to serif typefaces when designing long blocks of text.

Memos are often distributed within the organization's own environment without sealed envelopes and therefore are less private than most other message formats like IM,texting,emailing,and voice-messaging.

Which are the most common type sizes for regular text in a document?

When selecting typefaces for a business document _____________

Conclusions should accomplish what two tasks?

Explain at least three of the steps involved in editing documents for clarity.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

Communicating Interculturally

Planning Business Messages

Writing 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

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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