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49. Which of the following should be included in a feasibility report?
a.
The background and problem necessitating the proposal
b.
Problems that may result from implementation
c.
Costs of implementing the proposal
d.
All answer choices should be included in a feasibility report.
50. Yardstick reports
a.
are long formal reports used only in the manufacturing industry.
b.
do not include researched data.
c.
are rarely written or used in businesses today.
d.
examine problems with two or more solutions against set criteria.
51. Business reports are always presented in writing or orally, but they are not presented digitally.
a.
True
b.
False
52. Based on their function, business reports typically fall into one of two categories: instructional or persuasive.
a.
True
b.
False
53. An informational report presents data without analysis and recommendations.
a.
True
b.
False
54. The direct organizational strategy presents the purpose for writing near the beginning of a report.
a.
True
b.
False
55. Reports should be organized using the direct strategy when the readers are informed or supportive of the topic.
a.
True
b.
False
56. You should use the indirect organizational strategy for all analytical reports.
a.
True
b.
False
57. All reports should be written using a formal writing style.
a.
True
b.
False
58. A formal writing style includes first-person pronouns, contractions, active-voice verbs, shorter sentences, and familiar
words.
a.
True
b.
False
59. The format for a report relies solely on the intended audience.
a.
True
b.
False
60. The memo or e-mail format is appropriate for short informal reports that stay within organizations.
a.
True
b.
False
61. The manuscript format is appropriate for longer, more formal reports.
a.
True
b.
False
62. Preprinted forms are useful for reporting repetitive data.
a.
True
b.
False
63. Headings assist the report reader in understanding the organization of a report.
a.
True
b.
False
64. Discussion of Findings is an example of a functional heading.
a.
True
b.
False
65. The first letter of each word in a heading should always be capitalized.
a.
True
b.
False
66. You should include at least one heading per report page.
a.
True
b.
False
67. The first step in preparing a report is to sit down and begin writing immediately; this technique allows you to capture
your best ideas quickly.
a.
True
b.
False
68. When you write a purpose statement for a report, you should use action verbs.
a.
True
b.
False
69. One of the most important steps in the writing of a report is researching the report topic.
a.
True
b.
False
70. Primary data result from reading what others have experienced or observed and recorded.
a.
True
b.
False
71. Many report writers begin their research with an analysis of company records and files.
a.
True
b.
False
72. A library is an ineffective source to gather report research.
a.
True
b.
False
73. Business writers often use electronic resources such as government sites, news media, periodicals, nonprofit
organizations, social networking sites, and blogs to conduct research for business reports.
a.
True
b.
False
74. Surveys provide the richest, most accurate firsthand information.
a.
True
b.
False
75. Informational reports often describe periodic, recurring activities as well as situational, nonrecurring events.
a.
True
b.
False
76. Most informational reports have one thing in common: a neutral or receptive audience.
a.
True
b.
False
77. Informational reports should be written using the direct organizational strategy.
a.
True
b.
False
78. Progress reports are written for only internal readers.
a.
True
b.
False
79. Minutes summarize the proceedings of meetings.
a.
True
b.
False
80. The minutes of a meeting should identify the names of individuals present and absent.
a.
True
b.
False
81. Summary reports are typical in academic settings but rarely used in business settings.
a.
True
b.
False
82. A summary should be as long as necessary to ensure that all illustrations, examples, and references used in the report
or document are included within the summary.
a.
True
b.
False
83. Informational reports emphasize reasoning and conclusions; analytical reports emphasize facts.
a.
True
b.
False
84. All analytical reports should be organized using the indirect strategy.
a.
True
b.
False
85. Most analytical reports answer questions about specific problems and aid in decision making.
a.
True
b.
False
86. Feasibility reports analyze a problem, discuss options, and present a recommendation, solution, or action to be taken.
a.
True
b.
False
87. When your reader may oppose your recommendation, you should begin the report by announcing the recommendation
directly.
a.
True
b.
False
88. Feasibility reports answer such questions as Will this plan or proposal work?
a.
True
b.
False
89. Feasibility reports are typically written for internal audiences.
a.
True
b.
False
90. Yardstick reports examine problems with two or more solutions.
a.
True
b.
False
91. ____________________ reports present data without analysis or recommendations.
92. ____________________ reports provide data or findings, analyses, and conclusions. They may also provide
recommendations if requested.
93. Use ____________________ format for short (usually eight or fewer pages) informal reports addressed outside an
organization.
94. Many business writers deliver their reports using digital slideshows, which are also called ____________________.
95. Use Empowered Team Decision-Making Without Losing Control is an example of a(n) ____________________
heading.
96. ___________________ data result from firsthand experience and observation.
97. _______________ data come from reading what others have experienced or observed and recorded.
98. The purpose of a(n) ____________________ report is to provide a status update on a project.
99. A(n) ____________________ condenses the primary ideas of a book, report, article, website, meeting, or convention.
100. ____________________ or recommendation reports attempt to solve problems by evaluating options and offering
recommendations.
