Question 1

____________________ or recommendation reports attempt to solve problems by evaluating options and offering recommendations.

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The answer of ____________________ or recommendation reports attempt to solve...

Question 2

___________________ data result from firsthand experience and observation.

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The answer of ___________________ data result from firsthand experience and...

Question 3

Which of the following statements about reports in today's business environment is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Business writers now deliver reports orally, electronically, or digitally.
B)  Efficient reporting plays an important role in helping organizations sift through data and make decisions.
C)  Business reports range widely in length, purpose, and delivery mode.
D)  All answer choices reflect accurate statements about reports in today's business environment.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 4

The direct organizational strategy presents the purpose for writing near the beginning of a report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When you write a purpose statement for a report, you should use action verbs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The indirect strategy of organization is appropriate for a business report when readers

Accepted Answer

A)  are supportive of the topic.
B)  must be persuaded.
C)  are familiar with the topic.
D)  want to know the results immediately.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 7

Progress reports are written for only internal readers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Headings that provide specific information about the content of a report section are called

Accepted Answer

A)  talking headings.
B)  signposts.
C)  functional headings.
D)  cross-sectional divisions.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

____________________ reports provide data or findings, analyses, and conclusions. They may also provide recommendations if requested.

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The answer of ____________________ reports provide data or findings, analyses,...

Question 10

The purpose of a(n)____________________ report is to provide a status update on a project.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The purpose of a(n)____________________ report is to...

Question 11

Which of the following is most likely to be written as an informational report?

Accepted Answer

A)  A recommendation from the Information Technology Department that your company install a wireless network
B)  A feasibility study addressing possible tuition reimbursement for employees
C)  A comparison of five handheld communication devices that your company might purchase
D)  A summary of information presented at a recent conference for technical writersE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

The direct strategy of organization is appropriate for a business report when readers

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A)  need to be educated.
B)  must be persuaded.
C)  are informed.
D)  may be disappointed or hostile.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

The manuscript format is appropriate for longer, more formal reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When you organize an analytical report indirectly, in what order should the ideas be presented?

Accepted Answer

A)  Introduction/problem, conclusions/recommendations, facts/findings, and discussion/analysis
B)  Introduction/background, facts/findings, and summary
C)  Introduction/problem, facts/findings, discussion/analysis, and conclusions/recommendations
D)  The indirect strategy does not follow a set order of ideas.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

The minutes of a meeting should identify the names of individuals present and absent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A(n)____________________ summary covers only what management needs to know about a longer report, proposal, or business plan.

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The answer of A(n)____________________ summary covers only what management needs...

Question 17

Most analytical reports answer questions about specific problems and aid in decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

First-person pronouns and contractions are acceptable in business reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Feasibility reports analyze a problem, discuss options, and present a recommendation, solution, or action to be taken.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Sondra works for a development firm and must explain to a customer the results of a year-long study of potential sites for new stores. In what format should she develop this report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Memo or e-mail format
B)  Preprinted form
C)  Letter format
D)  Manuscript formatE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 9: Informal Reports

____________________ reports provide data or findings, analyses, and conclusions. They may also provide recommendations if requested.

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____________________ or recommendation reports attempt to solve problems by evaluating options and offering recommendations.

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Which of the following is most likely to be written as an informational report?

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Which of the following statements about reports in today's business environment is most accurate?

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First-person pronouns and contractions are acceptable in business reports.

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Progress reports are written for only internal readers.

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___________________ data result from firsthand experience and observation.

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The manuscript format is appropriate for longer, more formal reports.

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Sondra works for a development firm and must explain to a customer the results of a year-long study of potential sites for new stores. In what format should she develop this report?

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When you organize an analytical report indirectly, in what order should the ideas be presented?

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The indirect strategy of organization is appropriate for a business report when readers

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The direct organizational strategy presents the purpose for writing near the beginning of a report.

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Feasibility reports analyze a problem, discuss options, and present a recommendation, solution, or action to be taken.

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The purpose of a(n)____________________ report is to provide a status update on a project.

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The minutes of a meeting should identify the names of individuals present and absent.

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The direct strategy of organization is appropriate for a business report when readers

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When you write a purpose statement for a report, you should use action verbs.

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Most analytical reports answer questions about specific problems and aid in decision making.

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A(n)____________________ summary covers only what management needs to know about a longer report, proposal, or business plan.

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Headings that provide specific information about the content of a report section are called

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