Question 1

Books can provide historical, in-depth data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following statements is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Proposals are persuasive documents used to solve problems, provide services, or sell products. 
B)  Proposals are always solicited. 
C)  Proposals are informative documents used to share problems, identify emerging issues, and categorize available resources for resolution. 
D)  Proposals are developed for external audiences only. 
A)  Proposals are persuasive documents used to solve problems, provide services, or sell products. 
B)  Proposals are always solicited. 
C)  Proposals are informative documents used to share problems, identify emerging issues, and categorize available resources for resolution. 
D)  Proposals are developed for external audiences only.

Question 3

If included with a report, a letter or memo of transmittal should be written using the indirect strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

You can make the introduction of a proposal more persuasive if you

Accepted Answer

A)  explain in great detail how much better you are than your competitors. 
B)  hint at the problem you will solve but avoid explaining the reasons for the proposal. 
C)  remain as vague as possible to keep the reader intrigued. 
D)  provide a "hook" such as mentioning a remarkable resource available exclusively to the writer. 
A)  explain in great detail how much better you are than your competitors. 
B)  hint at the problem you will solve but avoid explaining the reasons for the proposal. 
C)  remain as vague as possible to keep the reader intrigued. 
D)  provide a "hook" such as mentioning a remarkable resource available exclusively to the writer.

Question 5

Many researchers today begin by looking in electronic databases because

Accepted Answer

A)  they know that all data found in electronic databases are valid and reliable. 
B)  electronic databases are always a free resource. 
C)  it is easy to cite sources found in an electronic database. 
D)  electronic databases are fast and convenient to use. 
A)  they know that all data found in electronic databases are valid and reliable. 
B)  electronic databases are always a free resource. 
C)  it is easy to cite sources found in an electronic database. 
D)  electronic databases are fast and convenient to use.

Question 6

Proposals are always written for only external audiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A(n) ____________________ is a written offer to solve problems, provide services, or sell products.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is a written offer to...

Question 8

The front matter of a formal report refers to the preliminary sections before the body section.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In a solicited proposal, your goal is to convince the reader that a problem exists.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Unlike a business proposal, a formal business report does not need to be edited or proofread.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Primary research data can be defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  information that comes from reading what others have experienced and observed. 
B)  information gained from firsthand experience and observation. 
C)  statistics collected during the first stage of research. 
D)  data received from the World Wide Web. 
A)  information that comes from reading what others have experienced and observed. 
B)  information gained from firsthand experience and observation. 
C)  statistics collected during the first stage of research. 
D)  data received from the World Wide Web.

Question 12

What is the best advice when writing a statement of purpose for a formal report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Write a statement of purpose only for external formal reports. 
B)  Omit limitations to avoid a negative tone. 
C)  Use action verbs that tell what you intend to do. 
D)  Use vague language to allow for flexibility. 
A)  Write a statement of purpose only for external formal reports. 
B)  Omit limitations to avoid a negative tone. 
C)  Use action verbs that tell what you intend to do. 
D)  Use vague language to allow for flexibility.

Question 13

All of the following are front matter components of a formal report except the

Accepted Answer

A)  letter or memo of transmittal. 
B)  list of figures or tables. 
C)  appendix. 
D)  executive summary. 
A)  letter or memo of transmittal. 
B)  list of figures or tables. 
C)  appendix. 
D)  executive summary.

Question 14

Which of the following is the best advice when using graphics in reports?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use colored graphics to add visual interest. 
B)  Don't introduce a graphic; a good graphic should communicate clearly itself. 
C)  Avoid summarizing the main point of the graphic. 
D)  Avoid the use of headings on a graphic. 
A)  Use colored graphics to add visual interest. 
B)  Don't introduce a graphic; a good graphic should communicate clearly itself. 
C)  Avoid summarizing the main point of the graphic. 
D)  Avoid the use of headings on a graphic.

Question 15

All proposals should show the value and benefits of the product or services being recommended and

Accepted Answer

A)  include free prizes or other gimmicks. 
B)  use easy-to-understand language. 
C)  be organized indirectly. 
D)  be organized directly. 
A)  include free prizes or other gimmicks. 
B)  use easy-to-understand language. 
C)  be organized indirectly. 
D)  be organized directly.

Question 16

Proposal writers should avoid mentioning staff qualifications and credentials in a formal proposal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A database is a collection of information stored digitally so that it is accessible by computers and mobile electronic devices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A work plan for a formal report should

Accepted Answer

A)  be written after conducting primary or secondary research. 
B)  define terminology to be used in the report. 
C)  include a clear problem statement, a purpose statement, and a description of the research methods to be used. 
D)  identify the credentials of the report writer. 
A)  be written after conducting primary or secondary research. 
B)  define terminology to be used in the report. 
C)  include a clear problem statement, a purpose statement, and a description of the research methods to be used. 
D)  identify the credentials of the report writer.

Question 19

An effective proposal should do all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  showcase the writer's expertise and build credibility. 
B)  emphasize how the writer's methods and products will benefit the reader. 
C)  get the reader's attention. 
D)  analyze findings, draw conclusions, and make recommendations intended to solve a problem. 
A)  showcase the writer's expertise and build credibility. 
B)  emphasize how the writer's methods and products will benefit the reader. 
C)  get the reader's attention. 
D)  analyze findings, draw conclusions, and make recommendations intended to solve a problem.

Question 20

The conclusion of a proposal should remind the reader of the proposal's key benefits and make it easy for the reader to respond.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Books can provide historical, in-depth data.

Which of the following statements is most accurate?

If included with a report, a letter or memo of transmittal should be written using the indirect strategy.

You can make the introduction of a proposal more persuasive if you

Many researchers today begin by looking in electronic databases because

Proposals are always written for only external audiences.

A(n) ____________________ is a written offer to solve problems, provide services, or sell products.

The front matter of a formal report refers to the preliminary sections before the body section.

In a solicited proposal, your goal is to convince the reader that a problem exists.

Unlike a business proposal, a formal business report does not need to be edited or proofread.

Primary research data can be defined as

What is the best advice when writing a statement of purpose for a formal report?

All of the following are front matter components of a formal report except the

Which of the following is the best advice when using graphics in reports?

All proposals should show the value and benefits of the product or services being recommended and

Proposal writers should avoid mentioning staff qualifications and credentials in a formal proposal.

A database is a collection of information stored digitally so that it is accessible by computers and mobile electronic devices.

A work plan for a formal report should

An effective proposal should do all of the following except

The conclusion of a proposal should remind the reader of the proposal's key benefits and make it easy for the reader to respond.

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Persuasive Messages

Informal Reports

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Business Presentations

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Exam 10: Proposals and Formal Reports

Books can provide historical, in-depth data.

Which of the following statements is most accurate?

If included with a report, a letter or memo of transmittal should be written using the indirect strategy.

You can make the introduction of a proposal more persuasive if you

Many researchers today begin by looking in electronic databases because

Proposals are always written for only external audiences.

A(n) ____________________ is a written offer to solve problems, provide services, or sell products.

The front matter of a formal report refers to the preliminary sections before the body section.

In a solicited proposal, your goal is to convince the reader that a problem exists.

Unlike a business proposal, a formal business report does not need to be edited or proofread.

Primary research data can be defined as

What is the best advice when writing a statement of purpose for a formal report?

All of the following are front matter components of a formal report except the

Which of the following is the best advice when using graphics in reports?

All proposals should show the value and benefits of the product or services being recommended and

Proposal writers should avoid mentioning staff qualifications and credentials in a formal proposal.

A database is a collection of information stored digitally so that it is accessible by computers and mobile electronic devices.

A work plan for a formal report should

An effective proposal should do all of the following except

The conclusion of a proposal should remind the reader of the proposal's key benefits and make it easy for the reader to respond.

Communicating in the Digital Age Workplace

Planning Business Messages

Organizing and Drafting Business Messages

Revising Business Messages

Short Workplace Messages and Digital Media

Positive Messages

Negative Messages

Persuasive Messages

Informal Reports

Professionalism at Work: Business Etiquette, Ethics, Teamwork, and Meetings

Business Presentations

the Job Search and Resumes in the Digital Age

Interviewing and Following up

Correction Symbols and Proofreading Marks

Document Format Guide

Documentation Formats

Filters