EAPP Reviewer 4th Quarter Quiz: Position Paper and Evaluative Writing

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What is the primary goal of an Evaluative position paper?

To articulate a clear stance on an issue and evaluate its merits (correct)

To present a clear and reasoned argument in favor of a stance

To inform and elucidate on a specific issue

To compare and contrast two or more subjects

What is the main purpose of a Constructive position paper?

To assert a position and contribute positively to the discussion (correct)

To evaluate the merits, drawbacks, implications, or effectiveness of an issue

To persuade or argue aggressively

To present a well-rounded, comprehensive understanding of a topic

What type of position paper explains, illustrates, or clarifies an idea or issue?

Evaluative

Comparative

Expositive (correct)

Constructive

What is the primary goal of a Comparative position paper?

To examine two or more subjects by comparing and contrasting them Signup and view all the answers

Which type of position paper aims to articulate a clear stance on an issue and evaluate its merits?

Evaluative Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a Constructive and an Expositive position paper?

The goal of the paper, with one focusing on evaluation and the other on explanation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of a report paper?

To inform, educate, and present options Signup and view all the answers

What type of report provides factual information on a topic without analysis or interpretation?

Informative Report Signup and view all the answers

Which type of report is highly detailed and structured and focuses on technical information?

Technical Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Persuasive Report?

To persuade the reader to take a specific course of action Signup and view all the answers

What type of report delves into data, facts, and findings to analyze a situation or problem?

Analytical Report Signup and view all the answers

What type of report presents the results and analysis of original research studies?

Research Report Signup and view all the answers

What type of report is typically sent out on regularly pre-scheduled dates?

Periodic Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a Formal Report?

It is meticulously structured and objective Signup and view all the answers

What type of report presents objective information from one area of an organization to a larger system?

Informational Report Signup and view all the answers

What type of report is used to solve actual problems and usually requires suggestions?

Analytical Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Laboratory Report?

To explain and analyze the results of an experiment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Lateral Report?

To assist in coordination within an organization Signup and view all the answers

What type of report would be used to update information about a project?

Progress Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Design Report?

To document the process and outcomes of a design task Signup and view all the answers

What type of text is composed of graphs, charts, and illustrations?

Non-prose text Signup and view all the answers

What type of report involves an intensive study about a person, a group of people or a unit?

Case Study Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Field Report?

To document the analysis of particular phenomena, behaviors, processes based on theories and observations Signup and view all the answers

What type of report consists of recorded data prepared by researchers or statisticians after analyzing the information gathered by conducting organized research?

Research Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of non-prose text?

To present data in an organized and systematic way Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is used to display the comparison between two variables?

Line graph Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using tables to present data?

They present a great deal of numerical information in a clear and concise way Signup and view all the answers

What is a histogram used for?

To represent statistical information by the frequency distribution of continuous data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pictograph?

To represent data using pictures Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for a pie graph?

Circle graph Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Reports

Internal Reports: stay within an organization
External Reports: also called "public reports", e.g., news reports in newspapers
Short Reports: two-page reports, also referred to as "memorandums"
Long Reports: longer than two pages, more formal than short reports
Vertical Reports: for management or mentees, where direction of upwards and downwards comes into motion
Lateral Reports: assist in coordination in the organization
Periodic Reports: sent out on regularly pre-scheduled dates
Formal Reports: meticulously structured, focus on objectivity and organization, contain deeper detail, and eliminate personal pronouns
Informal Reports: short messages with free-flowing, casual use of language
Informational Reports: carry objective information from one area of an organization to a larger system, e.g., attendance reports, budget reports, and financial reports
Analytical Reports: show attempts to solve actual problems, usually require suggestions at the end
Functional Reports: include marketing reports, financial reports, and accounting reports

Non-Prose Text

Uses: present data in an organized and systematic way, allow readers to absorb information quickly, explain abstract concepts, provide only relevant data
Examples: bar graphs, histograms, pictographs, line graphs, pie charts, tables

Report Paper

A written document presenting results of an investigation, project, or initiative
Purpose: inform, educate, and present options and recommendations for future action
Types:
- Informative Reports: provide factual information on a topic without analysis or interpretation
- Analytical Reports: delve into data, facts, and findings to analyze a situation, problem, or issue
- Persuasive Reports: aim to persuade the reader to take a specific course of action or adopt a particular viewpoint
- Descriptive Reports: describe a situation, event, process, or phenomenon without analysis or evaluation
- Technical Reports: highly detailed and structured reports focusing on technical information
- Research Reports: present results and analysis of original research studies

Position Paper

Types:
- Evaluative: assess a particular issue, policy, or situation from a certain standpoint, offering a judgment or evaluation
- Constructive: present a clear and reasoned argument in favor of a specific stance, aiming to contribute positively to the discussion
- Expository: explain, illustrate, or clarify an idea, issue, or a set of concepts related to a specific stance or viewpoint
- Comparative: examine two or more subjects by comparing and contrasting them in relation to a specific thesis or argument

Kinds of Reports

Laboratory Report: explains and analyzes the results of an experiment
Business Report: analyzes a situation and uses business theory to provide solutions or recommendations
Case Study Report: an intensive study about a person, group, or unit, aiming to generalize over several units
Project Report: an intensive, systematic investigation of a single individual, group, community, or unit
Research Report: consists of recorded data prepared by researchers or statisticians after analyzing the information gathered
Progress Report: updates information about a project, making it possible for management and clients to stay informed and adjust assignments, schedules, and budgets
Design Report: documents the process and outcomes of a design task, communicating to the reader how well the problem has been understood
Field Report: a documentation of analysis of particular phenomena, behaviors, processes based on theories and observations made by the researcher in the field

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Assess your knowledge of position papers and evaluative writing, a type of analytical writing that evaluates an issue or policy from a certain standpoint. Learn to articulate a clear stance and evaluate its merits, drawbacks, and implications based on systematic analysis and evidence.

EAPP Reviewer: Position Paper and Evaluative Writing