Survey Report Writing

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What is the primary purpose of a survey report?

To summarize the main idea of the survey

To make claims about what is true or good

To make recommendations based on a careful analysis of data (correct)

To present the evidence collected during the survey

What is the function of a reason in an argument?

To make a statement about what is true or good

To summarize the main idea of the claim

To answer the question 'why' a claim is made (correct)

To provide evidence for the claim

What is the relationship between a claim and a reason?

A claim can be linked to a reason with the word 'because' (correct)

A claim is a type of reason

A reason can be used to summarize the main idea of a claim

A reason is a type of evidence

What is the role of evidence in an argument?

To provide support for the reason Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an executive summary in a survey report?

To paraphrase and condense the main points of the report Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of analyzing data in a survey report?

To make recommendations based on the survey findings Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a good survey report?

It systematically moves from a big-picture summary to specific recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a survey questionnaire?

To collect data from respondents Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of data analysis in a survey research?

To simplify and interpret the data Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in conducting a survey research?

Writing a survey report Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in conducting a survey research?

Deciding on the research instrument or tool Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the background discussion in a survey report?

Related studies Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of writing a position paper?

To persuade readers to agree with the writer's claim Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of reasoning involved in deriving a generalization from specific examples?

Inductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following values is demonstrated when a writer presents both arguments and counterarguments?

Balanced assignment of conflicting ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element of a convincing position paper?

A clear proposition or statement to be defended Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of objective expression of ideas?

Presenting facts without personal opinions Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of reasoning in deductive reasoning?

From a general statement to specific references Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Argument Components

A claim statement is a statement that presents what is true or good, or what should be done or believed, and is potentially arguable.
A reason statement supports the claim and answers the question "why?" and can be linked to the claim with the word "because".
Evidence serves as support for the reasons offered and helps compel audiences to accept claims, and can be in the form of quotations, expert opinions, statistics, analyzed data, telling details, general observations, anecdotal records, etc.

Survey Report

A survey report is a method of gathering information from a sample of people, traditionally with the intention of generalizing the results to a larger population.
A survey report makes recommendations based on a careful analysis of data tallied and organized from survey findings.
The sections of a survey report include:
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Part I: Executive Summary
- Part II: Objectives and Background
- Part III: Methodology
- Part IV: Results
- Part V: Conclusion and Recommendations
- Appendices
The five main steps to conduct a survey report are:
- Create a questionnaire
- Collect data
- Analyze data
- Interpret data
- Write a survey report

Steps in Conducting a Survey Research

Decide on the research instrument or tool
Create a questionnaire
Collect data
Analyze data
Interpret data
Write a survey report

Position Paper

A position paper is an essay that presents an opinion, makes a claim about an issue, and takes a stand supported by arguments and evidences.
The purpose of a position paper is to convince readers that the position is correct and to prove the validity of the claims.
The values communicated in a position paper include:
- Logical thinking process
- Objective expression of ideas
- Balanced assignments of conflicting ideas

Modes of Reasoning

Inductive reasoning derives a generalization from specific examples and situations (specific to general).
Deductive reasoning proceeds from a general statement that leads to particular or specific references (general to specific).

Qualities of a Convincing Position Paper

Contains a clear proposition or statement that must be defended.

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Description

Learn about the essential components and steps to write a comprehensive survey report. This quiz covers the sections, executive summary, and methodology of a survey report.