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What is the primary purpose of writing a report?
What is the primary purpose of writing a report?
- To summarize a novel
- To entertain the audience
- To give personal opinions
- To inform, analyze, or recommend (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a valid survey questionnaire?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a valid survey questionnaire?
- Conciseness of options
- Clarity in questions
- Relevant content
- Bias in questions (correct)
In leading with a thesis, which statement is true about its advantages?
In leading with a thesis, which statement is true about its advantages?
- It focuses solely on personal beliefs.
- It eliminates the need for research.
- It develops opinions through evidence and expertise. (correct)
- It makes the argument less persuasive.
Which type of report typically uses formal and structured language?
Which type of report typically uses formal and structured language?
What is the interpretation of an accumulation of facts referred to as?
What is the interpretation of an accumulation of facts referred to as?
A recommendation report is an example of which type of report?
A recommendation report is an example of which type of report?
What is the purpose of conducting a pilot test for a questionnaire?
What is the purpose of conducting a pilot test for a questionnaire?
Which mode of administering surveys does NOT require face-to-face interaction?
Which mode of administering surveys does NOT require face-to-face interaction?
Which question does NOT assist in determining your viewpoint on an issue?
Which question does NOT assist in determining your viewpoint on an issue?
What is a common disadvantage of the survey method?
What is a common disadvantage of the survey method?
What is the main goal of recommendations in a lab report?
What is the main goal of recommendations in a lab report?
Which section of a lab report summarizes key findings and conclusions?
Which section of a lab report summarizes key findings and conclusions?
Why is objectivity crucial in writing a lab report?
Why is objectivity crucial in writing a lab report?
What does the discussion section of a lab report contain?
What does the discussion section of a lab report contain?
What citation style is most commonly used for laboratory reports?
What citation style is most commonly used for laboratory reports?
What is the primary objective of the title in a laboratory report?
What is the primary objective of the title in a laboratory report?
During which type of observation does the observer not physically participate?
During which type of observation does the observer not physically participate?
What is the best way to present data in a lab report?
What is the best way to present data in a lab report?
What are the three types of report under FORMAL REPORT?
What are the three types of report under FORMAL REPORT?
What is the primary focus of controlled observation?
What is the primary focus of controlled observation?
What is a position paper primarily intended to do?
What is a position paper primarily intended to do?
Which of the following statements accurately describes informed opinion?
Which of the following statements accurately describes informed opinion?
Why is it necessary to gather data when writing a position paper?
Why is it necessary to gather data when writing a position paper?
What should you do before taking a side on a subject in a position paper?
What should you do before taking a side on a subject in a position paper?
What should be carefully examined when developing your argument in a position paper?
What should be carefully examined when developing your argument in a position paper?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of a position paper?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of a position paper?
When organizing your position paper, which question is important to consider?
When organizing your position paper, which question is important to consider?
Which of the following is TRUE regarding personal opinion in a position paper?
Which of the following is TRUE regarding personal opinion in a position paper?
In which category does the question about managing material fall under when writing a position paper?
In which category does the question about managing material fall under when writing a position paper?
What is the emphasis of a position paper when developing an argument?
What is the emphasis of a position paper when developing an argument?
Flashcards
Primary purpose of a report
Primary purpose of a report
Provides information, analyzes situations, or offers suggestions.
Conclusion section of a report
Conclusion section of a report
Summarizes the report's key findings and presents recommendations.
Inductive reasoning
Inductive reasoning
Starts with specific observations and builds towards a general conclusion.
Formal Report
Formal Report
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Recommendatory Report
Recommendatory Report
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Objective perspective in a report
Objective perspective in a report
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Disadvantage of the survey method
Disadvantage of the survey method
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Causal Hypothesis
Causal Hypothesis
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Most frequent method in behavioral science
Most frequent method in behavioral science
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Importance of planning in observation
Importance of planning in observation
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What is the purpose of a position paper?
What is the purpose of a position paper?
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Is it necessary to address all sides of an issue in a position paper?
Is it necessary to address all sides of an issue in a position paper?
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How do you gain credibility when taking a side in a position paper?
How do you gain credibility when taking a side in a position paper?
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What is informed opinion?
What is informed opinion?
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What is organization in a position paper?
What is organization in a position paper?
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Why is research important for a position paper?
Why is research important for a position paper?
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What is the main objective of a position paper?
What is the main objective of a position paper?
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Why is it essential to examine the issue criteria in a position paper?
Why is it essential to examine the issue criteria in a position paper?
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Is gathering data and information essential for a position paper?
Is gathering data and information essential for a position paper?
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Is the goal of a position paper to convince the audience of your opinion?
Is the goal of a position paper to convince the audience of your opinion?
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Participant Observation
Participant Observation
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Indirect Observation
Indirect Observation
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Controlled Observation
Controlled Observation
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Abstract in a Lab Report
Abstract in a Lab Report
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Materials and Methods in a Lab Report
Materials and Methods in a Lab Report
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APA Style
APA Style
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Purpose of the Title in a Lab Report
Purpose of the Title in a Lab Report
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Purpose of Recommendations in a Lab Report
Purpose of Recommendations in a Lab Report
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Discussion Section in a Lab Report
Discussion Section in a Lab Report
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Purpose of the Introduction in a Lab Report
Purpose of the Introduction in a Lab Report
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Study Notes
Quiz #1 - True or False
- A position paper presents an arguable opinion about an issue.
- It is not necessary to address all sides of an issue in a position paper.
- To take a position, first establish credibility for your topic.
- Verified, widely-agreed-upon information is considered an informed opinion.
- Managing material within instructor specifications is organizational in a position paper.
- Research on the subject matter is important when developing an argument in a position paper.
- A position paper persuades the audience about a selected side of an argument using well-founded knowledge.
- Carefully consider the chosen topic, argument development, and organization for a position paper.
Quiz #1 - Part 2 - Multiple Choice
- A position paper aims to convince the audience of the validity of the presented opinion.
- Personal experience by an expert should be considered when analyzing an issue.
- Determining personal viewpoint involves considering where others stand on an issue.
- When considering an audience, don't ask if material can be managed based on specifications.
Quiz #2 - Long Quiz
- The primary purpose of a report is to inform, analyze, or recommend.
- Formal reports use formal language commonly used in academic settings.
- Recommendation reports are examples that make suggestions.
- A biased or invalid survey questionnaire may not correctly reflect the population.
- Not all survey administration methods need face-to-face interaction.
- The purpose of a pilot test for a questionnaire is to examine flaws and inconsistencies.
- Hypothesis is an educated guess based on observation.
- Participant observation involves the observer being part of the researched group.
- Indirect observation does not require the physical presence of the observer.
- Observation focus tests for causality.
- A well-structured report clearly communicates its findings with a summary and recommendations.
- Inductive reasoning presents a specific point to a broader generalization.
- A good report should use an objective perspective and careful planning.
- It is important in observation to identify investigative questions and accuracy.
Quiz #2 - Continued
- The conclusion of a report summarizes findings and presents any recommendations.
- The Materials and Methods section clearly outlines the experimental procedures.
- Tables, figures, and graphs are important tools for displaying data.
- Reports often use citation styles like APA.
- The goal of a lab title is to clearly summarise the report's contents.
- The recommendations in a report suggest ways to apply research findings.
- A lab report requires objectivity to prevent bias in opinions.
- A Discussion section provides an interpretation of results and their significance.
- The Introduction section in a lab report provides background information and clarifies the study purpose.
- There are three main types of formal reports: Informational, Recommendatory, and Analytical reports.
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