Business Writing: Pre-Writing Stage

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What is the primary purpose of revising a written message during the revising stage?

To introduce buried verbs in the writing

To identify minor lapses in grammar and syntax (correct)

To ensure credibility by avoiding intensifiers

To ensure proper use of words in a sentence

What is the primary purpose of using precise words in writing?

To ensure proper subject-verb agreement

To make the writing more credible

To control the sound of the writing

To use specific verbs and proper nouns (correct)

What is an example of a dangling modifier as described in the text?

We finally located the web site using a search engine.

The web site was finally located using a search engine.

Using search engine, the web site was finally located. (correct)

Using a search engine, we finally located the web site.

Which of the following is an example of faulty parallelism?

We are very concerned with the quality of raw materials, where they are located and how much it costs to transport them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of controlling exuberance in writing?

To avoid overusing intensifiers such as very, definitely, and extremely Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using proper nouns in writing?

To use specific verbs and proper nouns Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the pre-writing stage in business communication?

To analyze, anticipate, and adapt to the audience and purpose Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when analyzing the audience in business communication?

The primary and secondary audiences, their size, composition, and understanding level Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using 'you' and 'your' in business communication?

It emphasizes the second-person point of view and makes the message more conversational Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using positive language in business communication?

To avoid negative words and phrases Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of inclusive language in business communication?

Using 'have you called a salesperson?' instead of 'have you called a salesman?' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of considering the audience's probable reaction in business communication?

To anticipate the audience's positive, negative, or neutral response Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of organizational communication?

Internal communication among company representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to structure the body of an email or memo?

Cover just one topic and use numbers and bullets for visual impact Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a subject line in an email or memo?

To serve as an attention getter and avoid one-word headings Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to close an email or memo?

Avoid expressions and summarize the message with a full name identification Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using memos in organizational communication?

To enumerate reminders and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to format the margins of a memo or business letter?

1 inch top and bottom, 1 inch sides Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a cover letter?

To provide a brief overview of your background and interest in the job Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length of a cover letter?

One page only Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid mentioning in a cover letter?

Your salary expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the AIDA model used for in a cover letter?

To structure the content of the letter Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to be clear and specific in a cover letter?

To respect the reader's time and make it easy to understand Signup and view all the answers

What should you aim for when writing a cover letter?

To make it high quality, with no errors Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a resume?

To provide a concise summary of education, qualifications, and job experiences Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length of a resume?

One to two pages Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an objective statement in a resume?

To indicate what type of work one is seeking Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a resume and a CV?

A resume is more concise than a CV Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the education section of a resume?

All degrees earned, in reverse chronological order Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a functional resume?

To focus on skills and experiences Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in a resume?

Using a boastful tone and unnecessary text Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a cover letter?

To introduce oneself and express interest in a job Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when preparing a resume?

Spend ample time preparing and rewriting Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to handle gaps in work history?

Itemize positions held to show progress Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of revising a written message during the revising stage?

What is the primary purpose of using precise words in writing?

What is an example of a dangling modifier as described in the text?

Which of the following is an example of faulty parallelism?

What is the purpose of controlling exuberance in writing?

What is the purpose of using proper nouns in writing?

What is the primary goal of the pre-writing stage in business communication?

What should be considered when analyzing the audience in business communication?

What is the benefit of using 'you' and 'your' in business communication?

What is the purpose of using positive language in business communication?

What is an example of inclusive language in business communication?

What is the purpose of considering the audience's probable reaction in business communication?

What is the primary focus of organizational communication?

What is the recommended way to structure the body of an email or memo?

What is the purpose of a subject line in an email or memo?

What is the recommended way to close an email or memo?

What is the purpose of using memos in organizational communication?

What is the recommended way to format the margins of a memo or business letter?

What is the main purpose of a cover letter?

What is the recommended length of a cover letter?

What should you avoid mentioning in a cover letter?

What is the AIDA model used for in a cover letter?

Why is it important to be clear and specific in a cover letter?

What should you aim for when writing a cover letter?

What is the main purpose of a resume?

What is the recommended length of a resume?

What is the purpose of an objective statement in a resume?

What is the main difference between a resume and a CV?

What should be included in the education section of a resume?

What is the purpose of a functional resume?

What should be avoided in a resume?

What is the main purpose of a cover letter?

What should be done when preparing a resume?

What is the best way to handle gaps in work history?

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