Question 1

Which statement BEST describes the report introduction?

Accepted Answer

A)   It may be a copy of the report proposal.
B)   It may be omitted if the report preliminaries include the problem and purpose.
C)   It provides information needed to understand the rest of the report.
D)   It should not describe the research methods.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

In the report body, the introduction should tell how the rest of the report is organized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A transmittal message_________

Accepted Answer

A)   is prepared in letter format.
B)   is bound with the report.
C)   presents the report to the primary reader.
D)   contains no personal references to the researcher's experience.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 4

In Microsoft Word 2010, access Heading Styles on the Page Layout tab.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In Microsoft Word 2010, to place page numbers, use tools on the Home tab.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following items is NOT included in report preliminaries?

Accepted Answer

A)   Acknowledgments
B)   Executive summary
C)   Introduction
D)   Transmittal messageE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

A cover or binder should demonstrate empathy for the reader.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The preferred placement of page numbers in the report body is at the upper right.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

An executive summary is a typical item included in report preliminaries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

To remove hidden content before sharing a Microsoft Word 2010 file:

Accepted Answer

A)   Click the File tab and select Info.
B)   Click the Review tab and select Document Inspector.
C)   Click the File tab and select Inspect.
D)   Click the Review tab and select Prepare for Sharing.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Which item should NOT be included in a report supplement unless the reader has specifically requested it?

Accepted Answer

A)   Appendix
B)   Glossary
C)   Source list
D)   Tables and chartsE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 12

For a first draft that you share with collaborators who use various word processing software, save the file in___________

Accepted Answer

A)   Open XML format
B)   PDF format
C)   Plain text format
D)   XPS formatE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Which statement BEST describes report findings?

Accepted Answer

A)   They appear before conclusions in a formal report.
B)   They are based on facts and opinions.
C)   They are identified by the heading "Findings."
D)   They synthesize and interpret the collected data.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Conclusions and recommendations must be presented at the end of an analytical report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 15

Which statement BEST describes the recommended page numbering for a formal report?

Accepted Answer

A)   Begin with Arabic numeral 1 on the title page; number subsequent pages in order.
B)   Begin with lowercase Roman numeral i on the title page; number the subsequent pages in order.
C)   Begin with lowercase Roman numeral i on the title page; number the preliminary pages in order.
D)   Use lowercase Roman numerals for preliminary pages; use Arabic numerals for report body pages and supplements.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above D

Question 16

The authorization message and transmittal message are required report preliminaries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Most contemporary business reports are printed in double-space format with indented paragraphs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The purpose of report preliminaries is to preview the report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Always evaluate templates provided by software manufacturers to be sure they meet your format standards.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

In Microsoft Word 2010, if a collaborator changes your text inappropriately, you can deal with the change by___________

Accepted Answer

A)   inserting a comment stating why you disagree with the change.
B)   Rejecting the change in Track Changes to restore your original text.
C)   Both a and b.
D)   Neither a nor b.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Exam 16: Writing Business Research Reports

Which statement BEST describes the report introduction?

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In the report body, the introduction should tell how the rest of the report is organized.

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A transmittal message_________

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In Microsoft Word 2010, access Heading Styles on the Page Layout tab.

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In Microsoft Word 2010, to place page numbers, use tools on the Home tab.

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Which of the following items is NOT included in report preliminaries?

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A cover or binder should demonstrate empathy for the reader.

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The preferred placement of page numbers in the report body is at the upper right.

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An executive summary is a typical item included in report preliminaries.

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To remove hidden content before sharing a Microsoft Word 2010 file:

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Which item should NOT be included in a report supplement unless the reader has specifically requested it?

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For a first draft that you share with collaborators who use various word processing software, save the file in___________

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Which statement BEST describes report findings?

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Conclusions and recommendations must be presented at the end of an analytical report.

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The authorization message and transmittal message are required report preliminaries.

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Most contemporary business reports are printed in double-space format with indented paragraphs.

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The purpose of report preliminaries is to preview the report.

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