Mastering Effective Communication in Reports
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Which of the following is NOT a term used to refer to a formal report?

  • Evaluation report
  • Investigation report
  • Informal report (correct)
  • Feasibility study
  • Which element immediately follows the title page in a formal report?

  • Table of contents
  • Summary (correct)
  • Cover letter
  • Introduction
  • What is the purpose of the summary in a formal report?

  • To list the references used in the report
  • To encourage readers to read further (correct)
  • To provide additional parts that support the main elements
  • To introduce the topic of the report
  • According to APA formatting rules, how should authors' first and middle names be written in a reference entry?

    <p>The first and middle names should be written as initials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should an appendix be placed in a document?

    <p>At the end of the document</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should headings in an appendix be formatted?

    <p>Centered and bolded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for creating illustrations in a report?

    <p>Insert illustrations that duplicate the written words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Conclusions and Recommendations section of a report contain?

    <p>Main points drawn from the Discussion section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the Conclusions section of a report be presented?

    <p>In descending order of importance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended format for the reference list in a report?

    <p>Double-spaced with hanging indentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the report should the Summary draw information from?

    <p>Introduction, Discussion, and Conclusions and Recommendations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including a table of contents in a report?

    <p>To help readers find specific information and show the organization of the report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main components of the Introduction section of a report?

    <p>Background, Purpose, and Scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three factors that can negatively affect readers in the Discussion section of a report?

    <p>Writing that is beyond their comprehension, writing that fails to answer their questions, writing that either underestimates or overestimates the readers' knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

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