Strategies for Effective Written Reports
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Strategies for Effective Written Reports

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What is the purpose of the title in a report?

To provide a brief overview of the report content

When should the abstract or executive summary be written?

After completing the entire report

Why is it important to consider the audience before writing a report?

To tailor the report to be understandable to the intended audience

What is the recommended length for a well-written abstract or executive summary?

<p>100 to 200 words</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scientific or technical journal report, what is the purpose of providing a list of key words and phrases?

<p>To index the report by its subject matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when deciding on the content of a report's title?

<p>Keeping it short while providing an informative overview</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the report should outline the remaining part of the report?

<p>Introduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which section should the previous work presented by other authors be discussed, along with the pros and cons of each work?

<p>Related work</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section should include a precise description of the experiment, data collection, operational definitions of variables, and equipment used?

<p>Materials and Methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which section should the author discuss implications of the experiment and make recommendations based on these implications?

<p>Discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should complete citations for all books, articles, and reports referenced in the report be listed?

<p>References</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section should briefly summarize the main points of the report, similar to the abstract?

<p>Conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is a table of data and other material that might detract from the flow of the main report included?

<p>Appendixes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section focuses on providing a small detailed view about previous work presented by other authors to solve the problem on hand?

<p>Related work</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should anyone who helped in the project or provided funds be briefly acknowledged?

<p>Acknowledgments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section should describe any tables and graphs included in the report?

<p>Results</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the report should outline the remaining part of the report?

<p>Introduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the abstract or executive summary be written?

<p>After the results and conclusions are obtained</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the title in a report?

<p>To attract readers and convey the main topic of the report</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should complete citations for all books, articles, and reports referenced in the report be listed?

<p>In the References section</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the audience before writing a report?

<p>To tailor the content to meet the needs and expectations of the readers</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scientific or technical journal report, what is the purpose of providing a list of key words and phrases?

<p>To help readers quickly identify relevant articles through database searches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Lab report?

<p>To provide a factual and accurate account of an investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

In technical writing, what is the recommended approach for sentence length?

<p>Short sentences to maintain clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the table of contents necessary in some reports?

<p>To provide a roadmap for navigating a long or complex report</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of technical writing?

<p>Direct, informative, and clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Conclusion in a Lab report?

<p>To summarize the main points and findings of the report</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should professional/technical writers do when asked to withhold negative information?

<p>Disclose negative information to maintain transparency and integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of 'style of writing' in technical/professional writing?

<p>To convey information effectively and maintain reader engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should scientific writing be concise?

<p>To ensure clarity and avoid confusing the reader</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of professional/technical writers that may cause ethical conflicts?

<p>Withholding negative information and fabricating good information</p> Signup and view all the answers

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