Question 1

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 depends on whether the proposal is solicited or unsolicited.If the proposal is solicited,the transmittal letter follows the pattern for good-news messages,highlighting those aspects of your proposal that may give you a competitive advantage.If the proposal is unsolicited,the transmittal letter follows the pattern for persuasive messages,since it must persuade the reader that you have something worthwhile to offer.

Question 2

Most proposals have at least three supplementary parts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

List the three parts of the text of a formal proposal;then explain the primary functions of each part.

Accepted Answer

The text of a formal proposal contains an introduction,body,and close.The introduction presents and summarizes the problem you intend to solve and your solution to that problem,including any benefits the reader will receive from the solution.The body explains the complete details of the solution,how the job will be done,how it will be broken into tasks,what method will be used to do it (including the required equipment,material,and personnel),when the work will begin and end,how much the entire job will cost (including a detailed breakdown),and why your company is qualified.The close emphasizes the benefits that readers will realize from your solution,and a an invitation for readers to act.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Computer tools make it easy for virtually anyone to create handsome reports and proposals.Discuss the pros and cons of this.

Accepted Answer

The good news is that computer tools are

Question 6

What is one advantage of starting each section of your report on a separate page?

Accepted Answer

It helps your readers navigate

Question 7

The title fly is a single sheet of paper with the title of the report on it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Discuss good strategies to use when proofreading your report.

Accepted Answer

Check for typos,spelling errors,and mist

Question 9

The letter of transmittal introduces your report to your audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The letter of acceptance is the reply to the letter of authorization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The most common items to include in an appendix are the bibliography and the index.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The prefatory parts of a formal proposal may include ___________________

Accepted Answer

A) a letter of authorization. 
B) a copy of the RFP. 
C) an index. 
D) visual aids. 
A) a letter of authorization. 
B) a copy of the RFP. 
C) an index. 
D) visual aids.

Question 13

What three main parts make up the text of a report?

Accepted Answer

The text of a report

Question 14

To avoid the legal and ethical problems of plagiarism,provide ___________________

Accepted Answer

A) a description of the sources and methods used. 
B) an overview of the report's organization. 
C) definitions of terms used in the report. 
D) cited documentation in a bibliography. 
A) a description of the sources and methods used. 
B) an overview of the report's organization. 
C) definitions of terms used in the report. 
D) cited documentation in a bibliography.

Question 15

A synopsis or executive summary is less useful in a formal proposal than in other types of formal reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Prefatory parts like the table of contents don't need to be on separate pages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The key details and benefits 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 18

The text of a proposal is composed of three main parts: ___________________

Accepted Answer

A) beginning,middle and end. 
B) an introduction,a body,and a close. 
C) an RFP,synopsis and appendix. 
D) summary,problem,and benefits. 
A) beginning,middle and end. 
B) an introduction,a body,and a close. 
C) an RFP,synopsis and appendix. 
D) summary,problem,and benefits.

Question 19

You need to allow extra time for formatting and production of reports and proposals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is included in the prefatory parts of a formal report?

Accepted Answer

A) Introduction 
B) Letter of authorization 
C) Body 
D) Summary 
A) Introduction 
B) Letter of authorization 
C) Body 
D) Summary

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

Most proposals have at least three supplementary parts.

List the three parts of the text of a formal proposal;then explain the primary functions of each part.

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

Computer tools make it easy for virtually anyone to create handsome reports and proposals.Discuss the pros and cons of this.

What is one advantage of starting each section of your report on a separate page?

The title fly is a single sheet of paper with the title of the report on it.

Discuss good strategies to use when proofreading your report.

The letter of transmittal introduces your report to your audience.

The letter of acceptance is the reply to the letter of authorization.

The most common items to include in an appendix are the bibliography and the index.

The prefatory parts of a formal proposal may include ___________________

What three main parts make up the text of a report?

To avoid the legal and ethical problems of plagiarism,provide ___________________

A synopsis or executive summary is less useful in a formal proposal than in other types of formal reports.

Prefatory parts like the table of contents don't need to be on separate pages.

The key details and benefits of a report are stated in the ___________________

The text of a proposal is composed of three main parts: ___________________

You need to allow extra time for formatting and production of reports and proposals.

Which of the following is included in the prefatory parts of a formal report?

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

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

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Exam 13: Completing Reports and Proposals

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

Most proposals have at least three supplementary parts.

List the three parts of the text of a formal proposal;then explain the primary functions of each part.

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

Computer tools make it easy for virtually anyone to create handsome reports and proposals.Discuss the pros and cons of this.

What is one advantage of starting each section of your report on a separate page?

The title fly is a single sheet of paper with the title of the report on it.

Discuss good strategies to use when proofreading your report.

The letter of transmittal introduces your report to your audience.

The letter of acceptance is the reply to the letter of authorization.

The most common items to include in an appendix are the bibliography and the index.

The prefatory parts of a formal proposal may include ___________________

What three main parts make up the text of a report?

To avoid the legal and ethical problems of plagiarism,provide ___________________

A synopsis or executive summary is less useful in a formal proposal than in other types of formal reports.

Prefatory parts like the table of contents don't need to be on separate pages.

The key details and benefits of a report are stated in the ___________________

The text of a proposal is composed of three main parts: ___________________

You need to allow extra time for formatting and production of reports and proposals.

Which of the following is included in the prefatory parts of a formal report?

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

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

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