Recommendations can be developed only after the problem and purpose of a report are established. -
correct answer ✔✔True
Bullets should not appear in a memo report because the headings are all that is needed to show
organization of the contents. - correct answer ✔✔False
Which of the following is a recommendation Christine M. Cesaria provides within the chapter? - correct
answer ✔✔All of the above are recommendations
An Executive Summary written with bullet points follows what style? - correct answer ✔✔Outline
Proposals should avoid sharing enthusiasm about the project or your work. - correct answer ✔✔False
The Executive Summary should address every element of the whole report, but focus on what matters
most to the reader. - correct answer ✔✔True
According to Dr. Messersmith, a poor report can undermine a good project, whereas a difficult project
can benefit from a strong report. - correct answer ✔✔True
In an annual report, an informational report, you still want to persuade your reader that you are
handling finances responsibly. - correct answer ✔✔True
The executive summary, which is found in formal reports, can also be called: - correct answer
✔✔Synopsis
With the advent of new technology, reports are being phased out. - correct answer ✔✔False
The more common pattern of organization used for letter reports is indirect. - correct answer ✔✔True
, To write competitive, successful proposals, use all of the following tips EXCEPT: - correct answer ✔✔Go
for length
Using jargon in reports is recommended as it convinces readers of your credibility. - correct answer
✔✔False
Collaborative writing assignments are used because all the team members have the same writing skills. -
correct answer ✔✔False
Readers want all of the following from reports EXCEPT: - correct answer ✔✔Sophisticated writing
Managers write reports for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: - correct answer ✔✔A wealthy client of
the company requested it
Direct order is the best arrangement of points for: - correct answer ✔✔routine reports
External reports get a memo of transmittal instead of a letter of transmittal. - correct answer ✔✔False
With the advent of new technology, reports are being phased out. - correct answer ✔✔False
Choose the correct statement about group writing projects: - correct answer ✔✔All are correct
Reports vary in terms of: - correct answer ✔✔A, B, and C
Organization by ___________ is the most useful organizational plan because it is so broad. - correct
answer ✔✔criteria
Formal reports are not delivered to internal audiences. - correct answer ✔✔False
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