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What is the purpose of including a project description in an introduction?
What is the purpose of including a project description in an introduction?
- To define technical terms related to the project
- To introduce the main topic of the report
- To clarify the scope of the project
- To provide background information on the project (correct)
What is the recommended approach for moving from facts to opinions in discussion sections?
What is the recommended approach for moving from facts to opinions in discussion sections?
- Move abruptly from facts to opinions
- Use transitional phrases to connect facts and opinions
- Clearly separate facts and opinions into distinct sections
- Gradually introduce opinions alongside facts (correct)
What is the primary purpose of using frequent headings and subheadings in discussion sections?
What is the primary purpose of using frequent headings and subheadings in discussion sections?
- To break up long paragraphs and improve readability (correct)
- To separate opinions from facts
- To summarize main points or conclusions
- To introduce new topics or subtopics
Where should excessive detail be placed in a formal report?
Where should excessive detail be placed in a formal report?
What is the purpose of including scope information in an introduction?
What is the purpose of including scope information in an introduction?
Why are illustrations used in discussion sections?
Why are illustrations used in discussion sections?
What is the purpose of considering the report format in an introduction?
What is the purpose of considering the report format in an introduction?
What is the recommended strategy for breaking up long paragraphs in discussion sections?
What is the recommended strategy for breaking up long paragraphs in discussion sections?
Where should the Letter or Memo of Transmittal be placed in a formal report?
Where should the Letter or Memo of Transmittal be placed in a formal report?
What is a key element to include in a Letter or Memo of Transmittal?
What is a key element to include in a Letter or Memo of Transmittal?
What is the purpose of the Table of Contents in a formal report?
What is the purpose of the Table of Contents in a formal report?
Why is it important to proofread the Table of Contents carefully?
Why is it important to proofread the Table of Contents carefully?
What is a key consideration when creating a Table of Contents?
What is a key consideration when creating a Table of Contents?
What is the recommended format for entries in a Table of Contents?
What is the recommended format for entries in a Table of Contents?
What is the purpose of a Letter of Transmittal?
What is the purpose of a Letter of Transmittal?
What is a key characteristic of a well-organized formal report?
What is a key characteristic of a well-organized formal report?
What is the primary purpose of identifying the document's purpose when planning a report?
What is the primary purpose of identifying the document's purpose when planning a report?
What is the main difference between a formal and informal report?
What is the main difference between a formal and informal report?
Why is it important to separate fact from opinion in a report?
Why is it important to separate fact from opinion in a report?
What is the purpose of using illustrations in a report?
What is the purpose of using illustrations in a report?
What is the first step in planning a report?
What is the first step in planning a report?
What is the primary goal of editing a report?
What is the primary goal of editing a report?
What is the benefit of making text visually appealing in a report?
What is the benefit of making text visually appealing in a report?
What is the purpose of outlining the main parts of the body in a report?
What is the purpose of outlining the main parts of the body in a report?
Study Notes
Reports
- General guidelines for reports include planning well before writing, separating fact from opinion, making text visually appealing, using illustrations for clarification and persuasion, and editing carefully.
Planning a Report
- Identify the document's purpose, various types of readers, and needs and expectations of decision makers.
- Outline the main parts to be covered in the body and plan strategies for writing an effective document.
Introduction in a Formal Report
- State the purpose and lead into subsections.
- Include a project description, scope information, and consider including information on report format.
Discussion Sections in a Formal Report
- Move from facts to opinions.
- Use frequent headings and subheadings, and listings to break up long paragraphs.
- Use illustrations for clarification and persuasion, and place excessive detail in appendices.
Letter/Memo of Transmittal
- Place the letter/memo immediately after the title page.
- Include a major point from the report, acknowledge those who helped, and follow letter and memo conventions.
Table of Contents
- Make it very readable.
- Use the contents page to reveal report emphases.
- Consider leaving out low-level headings, list appendices, and use parallel form in all entries.
- Proofread carefully.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of reports in technical communication, including general guidelines and guidelines for informal reports. It's based on Chapter 5 of the book Technical Communication Fundamentals by W.S. Pfeiffer and K. Adkins.
