Question 1

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

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

Question 2

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

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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.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Primary research data can be defined as

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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.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

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

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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.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Proposals are always written for only external audiences.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A work plan for a formal report should

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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.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

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 10

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.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Books can provide historical, in-depth data.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

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

Question 13

Which of the following statements is most accurate?

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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.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 14

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Many researchers today begin by looking in electronic databases because

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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.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

An effective proposal should do all of the following except

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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.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 10: Proposals and Formal Reports

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

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Many researchers today begin by looking in electronic databases because

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Which of the following statements is most accurate?

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

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Books can provide historical, in-depth data.

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

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Proposals are always written for only external audiences.

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A work plan for a formal report should

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An effective proposal should do all of the following except

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Primary research data can be defined as

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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