30 Questions
What should the last paragraph of a letter of transmittal include?
Hope that the reader finds the report satisfactory
Which element should be included in the label for a report cover?
Your organization’s name and logo
Where should page numbers be placed according to the traditional design mentioned in the text?
Bottom center of each page
What type of binding is suggested for covers that allow reports to lie open by themselves?
Plastic spiral
What should be present on the title page of a report?
Report title, your name, organization’s name, and logo
When should page numbers not be displayed according to the guidelines provided?
On pages before the introduction
What is the purpose of the introduction in a report?
To introduce the main body of the report to readers
What should be included in the background section of the report's introduction?
History, statistics, and definitions related to the report
How long should the introduction be for a 20-page report?
2 pages
What is considered the main text of a report?
Body of the report
Which section should be the final part in a report according to the provided text?
Conclusions
What should be combined under the heading 'List of Figures and Tables' in short reports?
Two lists
What is the purpose of an executive summary in a report?
Summarize the key facts and conclusions of the report
How many abstracts can a report typically have?
Two, with different purposes
What should be avoided when creating a Table of Contents (TOC)?
Including more than three levels of headings
How should first-level sections be formatted in a Table of Contents?
Having extra space above and below
What is the purpose of a List of Figures & Tables in a report?
Help readers easily find figures and tables within the report
How should second-level headings be formatted in a Table of Contents?
Using initial caps on each main word
What is the main purpose of the 'Conclusions' section in a report?
Draw logical conclusions from the data and previous discussion
How long can a conclusion section typically be in relation to the report length?
One or two pages for a 10-20 page report
Which of the following is an appropriate content for including in the appendixes of a report?
Large tables of data
In what order should information sources be listed in the 'References Page' section of a report?
Numerical order according to when cited in the text
What is the primary function of an 'Appendix' in a report?
To include large tables of data and illustrations that don't fit in the main body
Which section of a report should focus on moving away from specific topics to discussing implications, applications, and future development?
'Conclusions'
What is the purpose of a transmittal letter in an engineering report?
To acknowledge funding received and mention limitations in the report
What is the main function of a transmittal letter according to the text?
To show appreciation for funding received and identify report limitations
Which component of an engineering report is focused on stating the purpose and briefly describing the contents of the report?
Introduction
In an engineering report, where would you expect to find information about any financial support received for the project?
Appendixes
Which component of an engineering report includes acknowledging contributions from other individuals and mentioning any limitations in the report?
Letter of Transmittal
Where would you typically find a brief description of the content included in an engineering report?
Body of the report
Learn about writing engineering reports in this lecture at Ain Shams University Faculty of Engineering. Explore guidelines for the standard components of an engineering report, including the transmittal letter and cover page.
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