Question 1

Tarryn, a student who is researching forensic accounting, is preparing to interview an experienced accountant.To conduct an effective interview, Tarryn should

Accepted Answer

A)  learn as much as possible about the forensic accounting field before conducting the interview. 
B)  try to do most of the talking during the interview to put the interviewee at ease. 
C)  ask as many yes-or-no questions as possible to make things easier for the interviewee. 
D)  engage the accountant in a debate to display Tarryn's knowledge.

Question 2

Readers usually find reports organized in an indirect pattern most rational because this organizational pattern follows the normal thought process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Brady wants to come up with a graphic that will clearly show new staff members how a customer's order proceeds from sales to delivery.The best graphic for him to use is a flowchart.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Sylvia has a great idea for a new fund-raiser for the nonprofit organization for which she works, but she is afraid her boss will be resistant to her idea.Sylvia's report should be written using the ____________________ pattern.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sylvia has a great idea for a...

Question 5

Nadia is conducting research on the use of social networking sites by observing how her coworkers use these tools in the workplace.What type of data is she collecting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Primary data 
B)  Secondary data 
C)  Online data 
D)  Questionable data

Question 6

Reports that present data without analysis or recommendations are classified as ____________________ reports.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Reports that present data without analysis or...

Question 7

Which of the following is a useful guideline for preparing effective surveys?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use questions that produce qualitative answers. 
B)  Include as many questions on your survey as necessary, even if you may not use the information in your final report. 
C)  Avoid leading or ambiguous questions. 
D)  Never offer survey participants compensation as this will skew the results.

Question 8

Michelle attended a professional conference and must submit a report to her supervisor.She should write an analytical report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Select the least accurate statement about the Web.

Accepted Answer

A)  The Web is a highly organized collection of information from around the world. 
B)  The Web started as an exclusive network linking scientists, academics, military people, and technology experts. 
C)  The Web is an ever-expanding democratic medium where anyone can be a publisher. 
D)  The Web contains multimedia content ranging from digital sound files to vivid images and video files.

Question 10

Documenting data presented in a research report strengthens your argument.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

If readers are familiar with or supportive of the topic, the report should be organized directly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following reports is an example of an analytical report?

Accepted Answer

A)  A report giving the details about a training workshop attended 
B)  A report showing that a public company is in compliance with IRS regulations 
C)  A report describing the new company dress code 
D)  A report recommending one of four building alarm systems

Question 13

The best question to include in a survey is

Accepted Answer

A)  How do you feel about a flat-rate income tax? 
B)  Do you approve of a flat-rate income tax? 
C)  What benefits do you feel a flat-rate income tax will offer? 
D)  Why are you in favor of a flat-rate income tax?

Question 14

To solve a company's specific current problems for which little secondary data exist, business researchers usually rely heavily on ____________________ data such as surveys, interviews, and observation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To solve a company's specific current problems...

Question 15

A good work plan for a business research project includes

Accepted Answer

A)  a work schedule. 
B)  a research strategy. 
C)  a statement of the problem. 
D)  all of these choices.

Question 16

Which of the following types of reports would not be sent to someone outside the organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  Manuscript format 
B)  Digital format 
C)  Letter format 
D)  Memo format

Question 17

An indirectly organized analytical report might follow which outline?

Accepted Answer

A)  Introduction/Background, Facts/Findings, Summary 
B)  Introduction/Problem, Facts/Findings, Discussion/Analysis, Conclusions/Recommendations 
C)  Introduction/Problem, Conclusions/Recommendations, Facts/Findings, Discussion/Analysis 
D)  Introduction/Problem, Conclusions/Recommendations, Discussion/Analysis, Facts/Findings

Question 18

In a business report, graphics can be used to clarify data, to make numeric data meaningful, and to create visual interest.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Evan is writing a short five-page report to a client.He should use the ____________________ format and print his report on company letterhead.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Evan is writing a short five-page report...

Question 20

Brad started his report with a description of the problem.He followed this with his facts and findings.Finally, he ended his report with his conclusions and recommendations.Brad has used the direct pattern to write his report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 11: Report and Research Basics

Tarryn, a student who is researching forensic accounting, is preparing to interview an experienced accountant.To conduct an effective interview, Tarryn should

Readers usually find reports organized in an indirect pattern most rational because this organizational pattern follows the normal thought process.

Brady wants to come up with a graphic that will clearly show new staff members how a customer's order proceeds from sales to delivery.The best graphic for him to use is a flowchart.

Sylvia has a great idea for a new fund-raiser for the nonprofit organization for which she works, but she is afraid her boss will be resistant to her idea.Sylvia's report should be written using the ____________________ pattern.

Nadia is conducting research on the use of social networking sites by observing how her coworkers use these tools in the workplace.What type of data is she collecting?

Reports that present data without analysis or recommendations are classified as ____________________ reports.

Which of the following is a useful guideline for preparing effective surveys?

Michelle attended a professional conference and must submit a report to her supervisor.She should write an analytical report.

Select the least accurate statement about the Web.

Documenting data presented in a research report strengthens your argument.

If readers are familiar with or supportive of the topic, the report should be organized directly.

Which of the following reports is an example of an analytical report?

The best question to include in a survey is

To solve a company's specific current problems for which little secondary data exist, business researchers usually rely heavily on ____________________ data such as surveys, interviews, and observation.

A good work plan for a business research project includes

Which of the following types of reports would not be sent to someone outside the organization?

An indirectly organized analytical report might follow which outline?

In a business report, graphics can be used to clarify data, to make numeric data meaningful, and to create visual interest.

Evan is writing a short five-page report to a client.He should use the ____________________ format and print his report on company letterhead.

Brad started his report with a description of the problem.He followed this with his facts and findings.Finally, he ended his report with his conclusions and recommendations.Brad has used the direct pattern to write his report.