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Which factor is crucial for a reader when preparing a report using the inductive method?
Which factor is crucial for a reader when preparing a report using the inductive method?
- Reader's patience and familiarity with data (correct)
- Reader's available time
- Familiarity with statistical analysis
- Previous experience in the field
How does using the inductive method address a reader's potential negative bias toward a proposed suggestion?
How does using the inductive method address a reader's potential negative bias toward a proposed suggestion?
- By immediately presenting the strongest evidence in favor of the suggestion
- By encouraging the reader to examine the report and facts, potentially reducing opposition. (correct)
- By avoiding any mention of potentially controversial points
- By directly refuting the reader's preconceived notions
When organizing a report based on the order of importance, what approach is suitable for addressing a contested issue?
When organizing a report based on the order of importance, what approach is suitable for addressing a contested issue?
- Beginning with less significant points and building up to the most important. (correct)
- Starting with the most critical point to immediately capture attention.
- Presenting all arguments simultaneously to foster debate.
- Chronologically listing events, dedicating equal time to each issue.
Why conclude oral reports with the most important point?
Why conclude oral reports with the most important point?
In which situation is the chronological order pattern most suitable for reporting?
In which situation is the chronological order pattern most suitable for reporting?
How does sequence pattern writing help describe complex processes?
How does sequence pattern writing help describe complex processes?
What is the main focus of a problem-solution pattern report?
What is the main focus of a problem-solution pattern report?
When using the inductive approach in a report, why is it important for the reader to be patient and familiar with the data?
When using the inductive approach in a report, why is it important for the reader to be patient and familiar with the data?
How can an inductive approach mitigate reader opposition to a suggestion?
How can an inductive approach mitigate reader opposition to a suggestion?
In a report organized by order of importance, what is the advantage of presenting less significant points before the most important ones?
In a report organized by order of importance, what is the advantage of presenting less significant points before the most important ones?
Why is it advisable to conclude oral reports with the most important point?
Why is it advisable to conclude oral reports with the most important point?
How does chronological ordering support reports of incidents?
How does chronological ordering support reports of incidents?
What's the purpose of using sequence pattern in describing how a device functions?
What's the purpose of using sequence pattern in describing how a device functions?
What should be the primary focus of a report that follows a problem-solution pattern?
What should be the primary focus of a report that follows a problem-solution pattern?
When should an inductive approach be avoided in report writing?
When should an inductive approach be avoided in report writing?
In reports organized by importance, what is the risk of beginning with the most critical information?
In reports organized by importance, what is the risk of beginning with the most critical information?
How does the structure of chronological reports help readers in administrative settings?
How does the structure of chronological reports help readers in administrative settings?
Why is sequence pattern particularly useful in describing technical operations?
Why is sequence pattern particularly useful in describing technical operations?
In a problem-solution report, what should a writer do after fully describing a problem?
In a problem-solution report, what should a writer do after fully describing a problem?
Why might the inductive approach be more effective in persuading a resistant audience?
Why might the inductive approach be more effective in persuading a resistant audience?
Flashcards
Importance-based report structure
Importance-based report structure
Adjusting report elements based on importance. Commence with highest or lowest importance cases.
Time-based report structure
Time-based report structure
Reporting occurrences in chronological order. Helpful for reporting events and observations.
Step-by-step report structure
Step-by-step report structure
A way of structuring information based on the order of performing steps which is useful for explaining processes.
Problem-solution report pattern
Problem-solution report pattern
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Study Notes
- Factors when writing a report with an inductive approach:
- A reader needs to be patient
- A reader needs to be familiar with any pre-existing information/data
- The use of the inductive approach can encourage readers to study and get the facts, reducing the degree of potential opposition to the recommendations
Report Pattern by Order of Importance
- The report can start from the most important or least important item
- In the case of multiple problems, you can start with minor problems and end with major ones
- With matters of dispute and disagreement, it's appropriate to arrange issues from least to most important
- Presents facts step-by-step, until the reader arrives at the main point
- In reports of an oral nature, the report should start with the least important point and end with the most important one
Time-Based Pattern
- Used to report events in chronological order
- Used in police reports, fires, accidents, and administrative travel
Step-by-Step Pattern
- A special form of the chronological pattern to describe how a device or machine works
Problem-Solution Pattern
- A type of inductive pattern
- Used when an unsuitable situation exists in any matter
- Report includes a suggestion to fix that issue
- The writer starts by describing the problem and then presents the appropriate solution, including the advantages and limitations of the solution
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