BUSI EXAM

Capitalization - Select the correct sentence. (A) Tara is going to work for a german firm. (B) Tara is going to work for a German firm.

B

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) When you have a Bachelor's degree, consider applying for the position of editorial assistant. (B) When you have a bachelor's degree, consider applying for the position of editorial assistant. (C) When you have a bachelor's degree, consider applying for the position of Editorial Assistant.

B

Using the dropdown menu, select the correct number format. All 21 members voted in favor of the __________ proposal. (A) two hundred million (B) 200 million (C) $200 million (D) $200,000,000

C

You are applying for an internship and need to submit a cover letter addressed to Kayla Dennis. Revise the greeting to project a professional image. Hi Kayla,

Dear Ms. Dennis: or Ms. Dennis:

Pronoun Practice - Revise the passage to eliminate the ambiguous/vague pronoun. In 1951, Alfred Mohammad reached the dental office just thirty minutes before the dentist arrived. He informed the receptionist of the heavy traffic causing delays.

"He" in this sentence is ambiguous because it could represent either the dentist or Alfred. Replace "He" with the specified noun.

Pronoun Practice - Revise the passage to eliminate the ambiguous/vague pronoun. I appreciate the beautiful architecture of the Texas Capitol. They must have put a lot of money into that thing.

"They" is vague because it refers to an unspecified group. In other words, Who put a lot of money into that thing? The legislature? The architect? The citizens? Specify.

Read the email and answer the three questions below. Clive Jackson, the IT manager, sent the following email to your department. Colleagues, A global ransomware attack called GiveMeMoney is affecting many large organizations worldwide. This malware encrypts files and spreads rapidly by infecting devices that are not updated. Please reboot your computer and install updates immediately. If you believe you are a victim of this malware, contact me at (465) 936-2300. Clive 1) The message uses the ______ organization. Direct or Indirect 2) Revise the message to be direct. 3) Which elements are missing in the email?

1) Indirect 2) Please reboot your computer and install updates immediately. A global ransomware attack called GiveMeMoney is affecting many large organizations worldwide. This malware encrypts files and spreads rapidly by infecting devices that are not updated. 3) A complimentary close such as "Thank you," and Clive Jackson's signature block.

Capitalization - Select the correct sentence. (A) I'm interested in applying for the marketing specialist position. (B) I'm interested in applying for the Marketing Specialist position.

A

Choose the answer that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) We created the survey instrument to gather information about the employees' perspective. (B) The survey instrument was created to gather information about the employees' perspective. (C) The survey instrument has been created in order to gather information about the employees' perspective.

A

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Although you may be changing jobs and careers in the future, you still need to train for a specific career area now. (B) Although you may be changing jobs and careers in the future. You still need to train for a specific career are a now. (C) Although you may be changing jobs and careers in the future you still need to train for a specific career area now.

A

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) An elevator speech is a pitch you can deliver in 60 seconds. It tells who you are and what you can offer. (B) An elevator speech is a pitch you can deliver in 60 seconds it tells who you are and what you can offer.

A

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) To come up with a tagline that describes what you do and who you are, ask yourself questions about what you are really good at. (B) To come up with a tagline that describes what you do and who you are. Ask yourself questions about what you are really good at.

A

Clauses - Identify the subordinate clause in the following sentence. Mars M&Ms, which I don't particularly care for, are half price at CVS. (A) which I don't particularly care for (B) Mars M&Ms...are half price at CVS.

A

Clauses - Identify the subordinate clause in the following sentence. When the dust settled, everyone asked what had happened to the peace and quiet. (A) When the dust settled, (B) everyone asked what had happened to the peace and quiet.

A

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Although the tea was too hot to touch, Edmund could not wait any longer and went right for it! (B) Although the tea was too hot to touch Edmund could not wait any longer and went right for it!

A

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Green beans, edamame, and cherry tomatoes make for a great afternoon snack. (B) Green beans, edamame and cherry tomatoes make for a great afternoon snack.

A

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Kayle wants to attend the banquet, but she didn't register ahead of time. (B) Kayle wants to attend the banquet but, she didn't register ahead of time. (C) Kayle wants to attend the banquet, but, she didn't register ahead of time. (D) Kayle wants to attend the banquet but she didn't register ahead of time.

A

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Since you've driven all this way, I guess we can make an accommodation. (B) Since you've driven all this way I guess we can make an accommodation. (C) Since, you've driven all this way, I guess we can make an accommodation.

A

Numbers - Select the correct sentence. (A) The number of stocks in our portfolio rose from 6 to 10 to 24 over the summer. (B) The number of stocks in our portfolio rose from six to ten to 24 over the summer. (C) The number of stocks in our portfolio rose from six to 10 to 24 over the summer.

A

Select the correct sentence. (A) We have seen a 40 percent increase in sales over the last 25 years. (B) We have seen a 40% increase in sales over the last 25 years. (C) We have seen a 40% increase in sales over the last twenty five years.

A

Select the correct sentence. (A)The telemarketer assured me that I had won the grand prize of $12 million. (B) The telemarketer assured me that I had won the grand prize of $12,000,000. (C) The telemarketer assured me that I had won the grand prize of $12,000,000 dollars. (D) The telemarketer assured me that I had won the grand prize of $12 million dollars.

A

Select the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) The question was answered by 61 percent of the respondents. (B) The question was answered by sixty-one percent of the respondents. (C) The question was answered by 61% of the respondents.

A

Select the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) The three figures appeared on the expense account published on March 25. (B) The three figures appeared on the expense account published on 3/25. (C) The 3 figures appeared on the expense account published on 3/25. (D) The 3 figures appeared on the expense account published on March 25.

A

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) Mark Hijonosa, PhD, will lead the workshop on marketing. (B) Mark Hijonosa, PhD, will lead the workshop on Marketing.

A

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) Post-test results show that the campaign we ran last May was effective. (B) Post-Test results show that the campaign we ran last May was effective.

A

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) The director of marketing and the sales manager will meet at 1 pm. (B) The Director of marketing and the sales Manager will meet at 1 pm. (C) The director of Marketing and the sales manager will meet at 1 pm.

A

Select the sentence that is the most concise. (A) You need to make changes before the end of the quarter. (B) There are changes that need to be made before the end of the quarter. (C) There are changes needed before the end of the quarter.

A

Select the sentence that is written with clarity. (A) We will determine employee skill levels during orientation. (B) Determination of employee skill levels will occur during orientation. (C) The determination of employee skill levels happens during orientation.

A

Select the sentence written in active voice. (A) You will see the salary increase in your next paycheck. (B) The salary increase will be seen in your next pay check.

A

Using the dropdown menu, select the correct number format. More than _______ of the Indian population has wireless service, which is more than 21 times the number of landlines in the country. (A) half (B) a half (C) 1/2

A

Using the dropdown menu, select the correct number format. You will receive a refund of ____ . (A) $50 (B) fifty (C) 50

A

Which of the following demonstrates cohesion between two sentences through the use of transitional phrases. Since rates increase with age, apply now. If you are approved, you'll lock today's rate. (A) Rates increase with age. However, if you apply now and are approved, you'll lock in today's rates. (B) Apply now. Rates increase with age, and if you are approved, you'll lock today's rate. (C) Best as is.

A

Which sentence avoids a dangling modifier? (A) When meeting business executives in Japan, you must present and accept business cards with both hands. (B) When meeting business executives in Japan, it is important to present and accept business cards with both hands.

A

Which sentence conforms to the principles of business communication? (A) Fifteen German executives will attend the meeting on research and development. (B) Fifteen (15) German executives will attend the meeting on research and development. (C) 15 German executives will attend the meeting on research and development.

A

Which sentence includes a parallel structure? (A) Refinancing may allow you to reduce your monthly payment, shorten your loan term, and take equity out of your home in cash. (B) Refinancing may allow you to reduce your monthly payment, shorten your loan term, and it takes equity out of your home in cash. (C) Refinancing may allow you to reduce your monthly payment and your loan term, and it takes equity out of your home in cash.

A

Which sentence is correct? (A) Mike wants you and me to collaborate on the project. (B) Mike wants you and I to collaborate on the project.

A

Which sentence is correct? (A) Take a look at what you are getting from your current insurer. Then contact Prudenz Insurance. (B) Take a look at what you are getting from your current insurer, then contact Prudenz Insurance. (C) Take a look at what you are getting from your current insurer then, contact Prudenz Insurance. (D) Take a look at what you are getting from your current insurer then contact Prudenz Insurance.

A

Which sentence is correct? (A) You want a company that you can trust to give you great service and be there for you in the long run. (B) You want a company that you can trust to give you great service, and be there for you in the long run. (C) You want a company, that you can trust to give you great service and be there for you in the long run.

A

Which sentence retains the same information but is written with appropriate business tone? Your bill of $127.99 is due on 12/11/20! Dial #SPC to pay it now or visit www.SPC.com. (A) Your bill of $127.99 is due on July 11. Dial #SPC to pay it now or visit www.SPC.com. (B) Your bill of $127.99 is due on 12/11/20...Dial #SPC to pay it now or visit www.SPC.com. (C) Your bill of $127.99 is due on July 11! Dial #SPC to pay it now or visit www.SPC.com. (D) Correct as is.

A

Revise the following sentence to improve conciseness. There is a step-by-step process that takes each and every member from start to finish.

A step-by-step process takes each member from start to finish.

Change the following sentence into active voice. A report of your test results has been sent to your physician. (A) A report of your test results was sent to your physician. (B) Your physician will receive a report of your test results. (C) Your physician has been mailed a report of your test results. (D) Correct as is.

B

Choose the answer that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) The decline in company profit is attributable to four factors Slower holiday sales Increased transportation and fuel costs Higher employee wages Slower inventory turnover (B) The decline in company profit is attributable to four factors: Slower holiday sales Increased transportation and fuel costs Higher employee wages Slower inventory turnover (C) The decline in company profit is attributable to four factors: Slower holiday sales. Increased transportation and fuel costs. Higher employee wages. Slower inventory turnover.

B

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) If possible, call in advance to inquire about what to wear, also ask how to prepare. (B) If possible, call in advance to inquire about what to wear. Also, ask how to prepare. (C) If possible, call in advance to inquire about what to wear also ask how to prepare.

B

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Jeremy mailed over a hundred beautifully written résumés. Which is why he was depressed when he didn't receive quick responses. (B) Jeremy mailed over a hundred beautifully written résumés, which is why he was depressed when he didn't receive quick responses.

B

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) With over 50,000 job boards and employment websites deluging the Internet it's hard to know where to start. (B) With over 50,000 job boards and employment websites deluging the Internet, it's hard to know where to start. (C) With over 50,000 job boards and employment websites deluging the Internet. It's hard to know where to start.

B

Clauses - Identify the subordinate clause in the following sentence. You better tell me what is going on because I am getting a little suspicious about this whole thing. (A) You better tell me what is going on... (B) ...because I am getting a little suspicious about this whole thing.

B

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Not all the villains are evil however, most of them have zero good intentions. (B) Not all the villains are evil; however, most of them have zero good intentions. (C) Not all the villains are evil, however, most of them have zero good intentions.

B

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) Remember to brush your teeth every night it's the only way to keep your teeth white. (B) Remember to brush your teeth every night because it's the only way to keep your teeth white. (C) Remember to brush your teeth every night, it's the only way to keep your teeth white.

B

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) That strange fellow drove his car off the road, and swerved into a ditch! (B) That strange fellow drove his car off the road and then swerved into a ditch! (C) That strange fellow drove his car off the road, and then swerved into a ditch!

B

Comma Errors - Select the correct sentence. (A) It's ok, I also didn't remember your birthday last month. (B) It's ok. I also didn't remember your birthday last month.

B

From the dropdown menu, select the answer that best demonstrates business writing skills. A total of ____ smartphones were awarded as prizes. (A) one hundred 55 (B) 155 (C) one hundred fifty five

B

Numbers - Select the correct sentence. (A) What's the correct way to write one-hundred and twenty? (B) What's the correct way to write 120? (C) What's the correct way to write 100 and twenty?

B

Select the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) We answered six telephone calls for the 4 sales reps. (B) We answered six telephone calls for the four sales reps. (C) We answered 6 telephone calls for the 4 sales reps.

B

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) Jon Sharma, Executive Vice President, is responsible for that account. (B) Jon Sharma, executive vice president, is responsible for that account. (C) Jon Sharma, executive Vice President, is responsible for that account.

B

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) The chairman of Nissan said in a hastily arranged news conference, "replacing the top executive of the company will enable it to be the leader in the auto industry" (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/09/business/nissan-ceo-hiroto-saikawa.html?auth=login-email&login=email). (B) The chairman of Nissan said in a hastily arranged news conference, "Replacing the top executive of the company will enable it to be the leader in the auto industry" (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/09/business/nissan-ceo-hiroto-saikawa.html?auth=login-email&login=email).

B

What should Rebekkah include in the signature block below her name? To: [email protected]: Jessica, I am emailing you to tell you that the flyers are ready. They can be picked up in Jonathan's office. [complimentary closing] Rebekkah [signature block] (A) Marketing intern, MKT Company, (214) 876-3598, [email protected] (B) Rebekkah Williams, Marketing intern, MKT Company, (214) 876-3598 (C) Rebekkah Williams, MKT Company, (214) 876-3598 (D) Rebekkah Williams, MKT Company, (214) 876-3598, [email protected]

B

Which sentence conforms to the principles of business communication? (A) Sales decreased by twelve percent in the last quarter. (B) Sales decreased by 12 percent in the last quarter. (C) Sales decreased by 12 % in the last quarter.

B

Which sentence is correct? (A) Chef Michael Roth is fully committed to being a conscious business by sourcing their ingredients from local community gardens and farmer's markets. (B) Chef Michael Roth is fully committed to being a conscious business by sourcing its ingredients from local community gardens and farmer's markets. (C) Chef Michael Roth is fully committed to being a conscious business by sourcing it's ingredients from local community gardens and farmer's markets.

B

Which sentence is correct? (A) If you have had a recent rate increase call us today for a great rate on your homeowner's policy. (B) If you have had a recent rate increase, call us today for a great rate on your homeowner's policy. (C) If you have had a recent rate increase call us today for a great rate on your homeowners policy. (D) If you have had a recent rate increase, call us today for a great rate on your homeowners policy. (E) If you have had a recent rate increase call us today for a great rate on your homeowners' policy. (F) If you have had a recent rate increase, call us today for a great rate on your homeowners' policy.

B

Which sentence is correct? (A) The members of the Chinese delegation visiting the construction site wants to meet with our CFO. (B) The members of the Chinese delegation visiting the construction site want to meet with our CFO.

B

Which sentence retains the same information but is written with clarity? We will be able to undertake the implementation of the new policy in seven days. (A) We will begin the implementation of the new policy in seven days. (B) We will implement the new policy in seven days. (C) Correct as is.

B

Using the dropdown menu, select the correct number format. We need to order _______ boxes. (A) two two-pound (B) two 2-pound (C) 2 two-pound

B or C

Select the best sentence. (A) One of the top skills employers want in recent college graduates are verbal communication skills. (B) One of the top skills employers want in recent college graduates is verbal communication skills. (C) One of the top skills employers want in recent college graduate's are verbal communication skills.

B. The verb "is" agrees with the subject is "one"

Choose the answer that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) To ensure clarity, follow these tips Break up overly long sentences Use natural-sounding language Avoid clichés (B) To ensure clarity, follow these tips: Break up overly long sentences Use natural-sounding language Avoid clichés (C) To ensure clarity, follow these tips: Break up overly long sentences. Use natural-sounding language. Avoid clichés.

C

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Having a current résumé makes you look well-organized and professional. If an unexpected employment opportunity should arise. (B) Having a current résumé makes you look well-organized and professional; if an unexpected employment opportunity should arise. (C) Having a current résumé makes you look well-organized and professional if an unexpected employment opportunity should arise.

C

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Recruiters seem to favor chronological résumés. Which is good because they are easier to write than functional résumés. (B) Recruiters seem to favor chronological résumés; which is good because they are easier to write than functional résumés. (C) Recruiters seem to favor chronological résumés, which is good because they are easier to write than functional résumés.

C

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Some job candidates go a step further they prepare professional-looking business cards with their name and tagline. (B) Some job candidates go a step further, they prepare professional-looking business cards with their name and tagline. (C) Some job candidates go a step further. They prepare professional-looking business cards with their name and tagline.

C

Numbers/Capitalization - Select the correct sentence. (A) I went to Blockbuster Video 3 years ago. (B) I went to blockbuster video 3 years ago. (C) I went to Blockbuster Video three years ago. (D) I went to blockbuster video three years ago.

C

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) All the japanese executives will attend the meeting held at Pacific Hotel. (B) All the Japanese Executives will attend the meeting held at Pacific Hotel. (C) All the Japanese executives will attend the meeting held at Pacific Hotel.

C

Select the sentence that demonstrates proper capitalization from the multiple choice options. (A) In an article entitled "Small Business hiring Increases in August," the Wall Street Journal explains that the job market at small firms got a little better on August 9. (B) In an article entitled "Small business hiring increases in August," the Wall Street Journal explains that the job market at small firms got a little better on August 9. (C) In an article entitled "Small Business Hiring Increases in August," The Wall Street Journal explains that the job market at small firms got a little better on August 9.

C

Select the sentence that is written with appropriate business tone. (Hint: You should aim for a positive tone.) (A) The workers will receive no bonus if they do not submit their performance evaluations on time. (B) Workers who do not submit their performance evaluations on time will not receive a bonus. (C) Workers who submit their performance evaluations on time will receive a bonus.

C

Which of the following retains the same information but is concise and is written with appropriate business style and tone? Is there anyway i can earn 12 points to get a C, I just reread the syllabus i thought the optional assignments didnt count. If its not too late i would love to complete two of those assignments. (A) Is there any way I can earn 12 points to get a C? I just reread the syllabus. I thought the optional assignments didn't count. Obviously, I was wrong. If it's not too late, I would love to complete two of those assignments. (B) May I complete two optional assignments? I need 12 more points to earn a C. I just reread the syllabus. I thought the optional assignments didn't count, and I didn't know the class was based on points. I have two classes left to graduate. If I retake this class in the summer, then I wouldn't be able to enroll in ACCT 3110 class, which is only open for 30 students and has one class option in the summer. (C) May I complete two optional assignments to earn additional points and finish the course with a C? I didn't realize that I could earn points by submitting optional assignments. (D) Best as is. This is the message a student emailed a BUSI 3660 instructor at the end of the semester.

C

Which of the following retains the same information but is written with conciseness? In my experience as your local Farmers agent, I've gained valuable knowledge and insight to help you understand your coverage options so you can select the coverage you want. (A) In my experience as your local Farmers agent, I've gained valuable insight to help you understand your coverage options so you can select the coverage you want. (B) I've gained valuable insight to help you select the coverage you want. (C) As an agent for Farmers in Denton, I've gained valuable insight to help you select your best coverage option. (D) Correct as is.

C

Which of the following shows the best use of parallelism in the bullet point of a student's resume? (A) Conducted over 500 cold calls to potential customers as well as communication through social media (B) Conducted over 500 cold calls and I communicated with potential customers through social media (C) Conducted over 500 cold calls to potential customers and communicated promotions on social media

C

Which sentence conforms to the principles of business communication? (A) Wells Fargo has 6 branches in Denton, but Bank of America only has two. (B) Wells Fargo has 6 branches in Denton, but Bank of America only has 2. (C) Wells Fargo has six branches in Denton, but Bank of America only has two.

C

Which sentence retains the same information but is written with appropriate business tone? We cannot ship your complete order until next month, but we can send five printers now. You will receive them tomorrow. (A) We are unable to ship your complete order until next month, but we can send five printers now. (B) You will receive five printers tomorrow, but we can't ship the others until next month. (C) You will receive five printers tomorrow and the rest of your order next month. (D) Correct as is.

C

Select the best sentence. (A) We also have eCommerce solutions available. When customers buy direct from Schmidt Technology they save money. (B) We also have eCommerce solutions available. When customers buy directly from Schmidt Technology they save money. (C) We also have eCommerce solutions available. When customers buy directly from Schmidt Technology, they save money.

C. The adverb "directly" modifies the verb "buy." You need a comma after Technology because the dependent clause precedes the independent clause.

Select the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) We expect delivery at 4 o'clock. (B) We expect delivery at 4:00 p.m. (C) We expect delivery at four p.m. (D) We expect delivery at 4 p.m.

D

Which sentence best demonstrates business writing skills and should be included in the email? All, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. All the employees who will come back to the office next week should plan to attend the training on December 3 from 3 to 4:30 pm. Use Zoom Code 83140232974. This event will cover new protocols, processes, and safety. Please submit your questions in advance so we can address as many questions as possible during the training session. Best regards, Tyler (A) Please see below the message from the HR director, if you are working remotely please ignore this message. (B) Please see below the message from the HR director, if you are working remotely, please ignore this message. (C) Please see below the message from the HR director. If you are working remotely please ignore this message. (D) Please see below the message from the HR director. If you are working remotely, please ignore this message. (E) Please see below the message from the HR director if you are working remotely please ignore this message. (F) Please see below the message from the HR director if you are working remotely, please ignore this message.

D

Which sentence is correct? (A) Your premium may be higher based on a number of factors, including: rating criteria, applicable discounts, and coverage dates. (B) Your premium may be higher based on a number of factors, including, rating criteria, applicable discounts, and coverage dates. (C) Your premium may be higher based on a number of factors including, rating criteria, applicable discounts, and coverage dates. (D) Your premium may be higher based on a number of factors, including rating criteria, applicable discounts, and coverage dates.

D

Revise the sentence to include a parallel structure. Eye contact shows interest, consideration, and a sign of self-confidence.

Eye contact shows interest, consideration, and self-confidence.

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates business writing skills. (A) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions, however they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability. (B) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions, however, they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability. (C) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions however they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability. (D) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions however, they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability (E) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions; However they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability. (F) Candidates can't anticipate precise questions; however, they can expect to be asked about their education, skills, experience, and availability.

F

True or False: The following bullet points, found in an insurance agent's letter, are parallel: Work with local professional agent with over 35 year experience Lives in your local community Been active in your community since the 70s.

False

Revise the following email introduction to improve conciseness. My name is Sam Jones, and I am the new sales representative for the North Texas area. I am writing to inform you that North Texas Enterprise is offering a 5 percent discount on all orders placed by June 30.

North Texas Enterprise is offering a 5 percent discount on all orders placed by June 30.

Revise the following sentence to center it on the reader. We ask that you complete the attached survey so that we can continue to provide excellent service.

Please complete the attached survey so that you can continue to receive excellent service.

True or False: The following sentence includes a passive voice verb. It has been determined your loan for the property located at 9987 Como Lake Street in Denton may be eligible for refinancing.

True