Exam 13: Completing Reports and Proposals

A good introduction will often invite the reader to continue reading by telling them what the report is about,why they should be concerned,and how the report is organized.

Explain the difference between a title fly and a title page.

The letter of transmittal ___________________

A proposal usually contains a(n)copy of the request for proposal issued by the client.

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

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

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

List at least three factors that can help you decide what parts to include in a business report.

Which of the following is a supplementary part of a report?

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

Short reports often combine the synopsis with the letter of transmittal.

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

Technology and software for producing reports are available,but employees usually leave the production of their reports to a special department set up for that purpose.

Explain why it is generally best to prepare the prefatory parts of your report after you've written the text.

An index is always done in the Chicago Manual of Style format.

List at least three types of materials commonly included in appendixes.

Formal proposals must be ____________________________

Transmittal letters for unsolicited proposals should be approached like ___________________

A letter of acceptance is a written acknowledgment of the letter of authorization.

The table of contents should always include all levels of headings for the report.