Question 1

Most RFPs spell out exactly what you should cover in your report and in what order.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Including transitional phrases such as "As you can see" in a business report is helpful to readers as they seek to understand the document.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The general purpose of a ________ is to persuade the audience to do something.

Accepted Answer

A) proposal 
B) presentation 
C) press release 
D) research report

Question 4

In a formal proposal, it is unprofessional to point out your company's advantages over its competitors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In a proposal to install an air conditioning system, statements such as "Our company has over 25 years of experience installing heating, plumbing, and air conditioning systems" should appear in what section?

Accepted Answer

A) Introduction 
B) Body 
C) Close 
D) Appendix

Question 6

In order to help your readers understand and accept your message

Accepted Answer

A) use headings and links. 
B) include smooth transitions. 
C) provide previews and reviews. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 7

When preparing review sections in a report,

Accepted Answer

A) always write them in narrative form, not as lists. 
B) use multiple review sections if the report is long and complex. 
C) introduce new facts and information to support the review points. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 8

A(n)________ synopsis presents the main points of a report in the order in which they appear in the text.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)________ synopsis presents the main points of...

Question 9

________ sections introduce important topics by helping readers get ready for new information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ sections introduce important topics by helping...

Question 10

In researching a proposal to expand your division, you find evidence that does not support your line of reasoning. Should you include it in your report? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In researching a proposal to expand your...

Question 11

When you're writing a report, be sure to adapt to your audience by

Accepted Answer

A) being sensitive to their needs. 
B) controlling your style and tone. 
C) building strong relationships with them. 
D) all of the above.

Question 12

What is a request for proposals (RFP)?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is a request for proposals (RFP)?...

Question 13

In the workplace, readers will prejudge the quality of your products or services by the proposal you submit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A synopsis is generally more comprehensive than an executive summary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Use ________ sections after a body of material in a report to summarize the information for your readers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Use ________ sections after a body of...

Question 16

Which of the following would be the most effective way to deliver a report that you've prepared for a small group of managers in your local office?

Accepted Answer

A) Delivering the report to them in person 
B) Texting them to download the report from your personal webpage 
C) Spending extra money to hire a professional courier to deliver the report 
D) Saving the report in an open-source format on a USB drive and sending it to them via snail mail

Question 17

The introduction (or opening)of a business report should

Accepted Answer

A) discuss your conclusions or recommendations. 
B) include all of your information sources. 
C) carry the full weight of your message. 
D) help readers understand the context of the report.

Question 18

Your writing approach for a proposal should be similar to that used for persuasive messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The ________ is not included in the prefatory parts of a formal report.

Accepted Answer

A) cover 
B) letter of authorization 
C) introduction 
D) table of contents

Question 20

Which of the following would be the most effective way to phrase a review in a formal report?

Accepted Answer

A) As this section has shown, our current marketing strategy is highly effective. 
B) The next segment illustrates potential challenges that our company faces in the coming decade. 
C) Having outlined the details, I will now offer a few other points. 
D) Now that the body of the report is finished, supporting evidence needs to be provided.

Exam 15: Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Most RFPs spell out exactly what you should cover in your report and in what order.

Including transitional phrases such as "As you can see" in a business report is helpful to readers as they seek to understand the document.

The general purpose of a ________ is to persuade the audience to do something.

In a formal proposal, it is unprofessional to point out your company's advantages over its competitors.

In a proposal to install an air conditioning system, statements such as "Our company has over 25 years of experience installing heating, plumbing, and air conditioning systems" should appear in what section?

In order to help your readers understand and accept your message

When preparing review sections in a report,

A(n)________ synopsis presents the main points of a report in the order in which they appear in the text.

________ sections introduce important topics by helping readers get ready for new information.

In researching a proposal to expand your division, you find evidence that does not support your line of reasoning. Should you include it in your report? Why or why not?

When you're writing a report, be sure to adapt to your audience by

What is a request for proposals (RFP)?

In the workplace, readers will prejudge the quality of your products or services by the proposal you submit.

A synopsis is generally more comprehensive than an executive summary.

Use ________ sections after a body of material in a report to summarize the information for your readers.

Which of the following would be the most effective way to deliver a report that you've prepared for a small group of managers in your local office?

The introduction (or opening) of a business report should

Your writing approach for a proposal should be similar to that used for persuasive messages.

The ________ is not included in the prefatory parts of a formal report.

Which of the following would be the most effective way to phrase a review in a formal report?