Question 1

One of the most important steps in the writing of a report is researching the report topic.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Many business writers begin their report research by

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A)   conducting interviews.
B)   observing others.
C)   constructing questionnaires and inventories.
D)   visiting company records and files.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Reports that present data without analysis or recommendations are

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A)   informational reports.
B)   analytical reports.
C)   cost-benefit analysis reports.
D)   justification reports.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

Which of the following constructions uses the best writing style for an informal report?

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A)   James, Deloitte, and Wilts, Inc., after extensive review of references and credentials of contractors, has elected to contract with Peck Builders for the new office complex.
B)   We're pleased to announce the selection of Peck Builders as general contractor for our new office complex.
C)   After conducting an exhaustive search of building design elements and cost-efficiency data, the company has verified the qualifications of Peck Builders.
D)   The findings demonstrate the imperative of selecting a fully qualified and bonded contractor for the new building project of James, Deloitte, and Wilts, Inc.; that contractor is Peck Builders.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

When you receive an assignment to write a report, you should begin the report-writing process by

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A)   determining the appropriate format.
B)   analyzing or determining the purpose.
C)   beginning your research.
D)   looking for someone else to write the report.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Preprinted forms are useful for reporting repetitive data.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Thomas is in charge of taking formal minutes during an Institute of Internal Auditors chapter meeting. Which of the following is the best advice for him to follow as he prepares these minutes?

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A)   Record only new business because old business will appear in previous minutes.
B)   Avoid using the exact wording of motions because that would be too time consuming.
C)   Record voting results and actions taken.
D)   Omit his name and signature as the person recording the minutes because he is acting on behalf of the organization.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 9

Most informational reports have one thing in common: a neutral or receptive audience.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What kind of report condenses the primary ideas from a book, report, article, website, meeting, or convention?

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A)   Progress report
B)   Justification/recommendation report
C)   Summary
D)   Analytical reportE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

The format of a report depends primarily on

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A)   its topic, recommendations, and organizational pattern.
B)   the writer's command of the English language.
C)   its length, topic, audience, and purpose.
D)   the amount of time the writer devotes to the writing process.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following sentences demonstrates active-voice verbs?

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A)   Superior writing skills are required by many employers.
B)   Employee use of e-mail was monitored by management.
C)   Research indicates a correlation between strong writing skills and promotions.
D)   The proposals were carefully reviewed by the screening committee.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Minutes summarize the proceedings of meetings.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

An informational report presents data without analysis and recommendations.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Primary data

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A)   result from reading what others have experienced or observed and recorded.
B)   come from firsthand experience and observation.
C)   are the only type of factual information that should be included in informal reports.
D)   include printed materials found in libraries or through electronic resources.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Which of the following is a talking heading?

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A)   IT Outsourcing
B)   Savings
C)   Cost Savings
D)   Projected Cost Savings for IT OutsourcingE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Surveys provide the richest, most accurate firsthand information.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Business reports are always presented in writing or orally, but they are not presented digitally.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

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

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

Question 20

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

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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 C)
F) C) and D)

Exam 9: Informal Reports

What kind of report condenses the primary ideas from a book, report, article, website, meeting, or convention?

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Minutes summarize the proceedings of meetings.

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

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Which of the following sentences demonstrates active-voice verbs?

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

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Which of the following constructions uses the best writing style for an informal report?

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Many business writers begin their report research by

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Reports that present data without analysis or recommendations are

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One of the most important steps in the writing of a report is researching the report topic.

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The format of a report depends primarily on

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Thomas is in charge of taking formal minutes during an Institute of Internal Auditors chapter meeting. Which of the following is the best advice for him to follow as he prepares these minutes?

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Which of the following is a talking heading?

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Business reports are always presented in writing or orally, but they are not presented digitally.

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An informational report presents data without analysis and recommendations.

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Most informational reports have one thing in common: a neutral or receptive audience.

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When you receive an assignment to write a report, you should begin the report-writing process by

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

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Preprinted forms are useful for reporting repetitive data.

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Surveys provide the richest, most accurate firsthand information.

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Primary data

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