SAM 3250J Final Exam (new questions)

Which of the following questions are legal in an interview? What is your age? Are you married? Are you differently abled? What is your native language? What languages can you speak?

What languages can you speak?

The _____ of an interview should be used by a candidate to summarize restated key accomplishments and strengths, and to express enthusiasm for the job. introduction close rebuttal opener initiation

close

Altech Inc., a biotech company, writes a proposal to the National Institute of Health, requesting the organization to fund its oral insulin project. This proposal is most likely an example of a(n) _____. unsolicited proposal competitive proposal noncompetitive proposal supplemental proposal evaluation proposal

competitive proposal

Imani is responding to a newspaper advertisement for the post of editorial assistant in a publishing house. When she writes her application letter, she indicates immediately that she is applying for the specific position advertised. This is a recommended practice for _____ application letters. speculating solicited referral follow-up prospecting

solicited

Tricia is a graduate student. She sees an advertisement for a job opening in her field. She is advised by her professor to apply for the advertised job. Since Tricia knows that the company is hiring, she should write a(n) _____ letter. solicited prospecting personal open speculating

solicited

Cindy attends a career counseling session in her neighborhood where she receives career advice and useful tips from seasoned career counselors. These experts specifically discuss how career objective statements should be framed and provide general guidelines regarding them. Cindy is advised that career objective statement should: cover at least half of the first or second page of a résumé. state what one wants to do and the responsibility one wants to hold. aim at targeting a diverse range of jobs in the prospective market. be elaborate and focus on generalities. be placed at the top of a résumé rather than on a cover letter.

state what one wants to do and the responsibility one wants to hold.

Leona delivers a presentation to the employees of her firm about the sales targets for the approaching quarter. In her presentation, she emphasizes certain words in her sentences such as, "You have achieved this in the past, and you can do it again!" and "I believe this is possible!" Her presentation positively affects the employees and inspires them to work hard toward achieving their targets. Which of the following voice qualities has Leona used to motivate her audience? Tone of Voice Enunciation Pitch Stress Timbre

stress

While e-mailing a solicited application letter, _____. you can paste your traditional letter into your e-mail you need a short letter that catches the reader's attention your letter will most likely be a transmission e-mail you should not ask for an interview you should call the employer to check the status of your application

you can paste your traditional letter into your e-mail

Dario is preparing a report and he wants to provide a specific overview of each section and of the entire report. Which of the following is best suited to accomplish this objective? Talking heads Purpose statements Topic headings Recommendation statements Scope statements

Talking heads

_____ questions do not lock the subject into any sort of response. Branching Closed Open Rhetorical Multiple-choice

open

When using visuals or data displays, _____ should be typically used to create a sense of authenticity or show the item in use. dot charts line graphs Gantt charts photographs maps

photographs

Dominic is presenting a report on a failed project. He begins his presentation by explaining the problems faced by the team while working on the project, such as the short deadlines and the small workforce. Then, he identifies the causes of these problems. He concludes by suggesting that the company expand its workforce. According to the scenario, Dominic has used the _____ pattern of organizing the information in his presentation. chronological pro-con excluding alternatives problem-causes-solution 1-2-3

problem-causes-solution

Wendy is planning to conduct a survey to gather information through primary research. She intends to survey a fairly small number of people in a specific location. Which of the following kinds of surveys will be convenient in this case? Face-to-face Telephone E-mail Online Television

Face-to-face

Samantha, a team lead at Net Works Co., is heading a project on designing a new software application. Samantha and her team are supposed to complete the development work by the end of the month, but they haven't received the necessary instructions from the client to begin the final phase of development. Consequently, the development work has been delayed and she needs to write to the client about the issue. Which of the following statements would be most appropriate? "We're still in the second phase of development because you haven't sent us the necessary details." "We're currently working on the second phase of development, and we'll be ready to begin the next phase as soon as we receive further instructions." "We cannot move onto the second phase of development because we haven't heard from you yet."

"We're currently working on the second phase of development, and we'll be ready to begin the next phase as soon as we receive further instructions."

Ricardo is required to translate a report on "The Impact of using Coal in China." For this task, he tried to hire a skilled translator who initially quoted a price of $30 per page. Ricardo, however, can converse in Chinese and believes that he may be able to translate the report himself with the aid of a few of his friends. On the other hand, a volunteer with limited experience in Chinese translations has agreed to do the job for $20 and is willing to lower his rate to $15. Which of the following should Ricardo quote in the budget section of his proposal? $30 because even if the grant is cut, he'll still be able to do the project well He should not quote a rate in the budget section of his proposal since he may be able to translate it himself $50 because the additional funds can be used in other areas of the project $20 because he can negotiate with the professional transcriber and get the job done for less $15 because he can negotiate with the volunteer to get the translations done

$30 because even if the grant is cut, he'll still be able to do the project well

Cecilia, a risk manager at a banking firm, prepares a report that documents the causes of failure of a recent project. She lists lack of sustainability as a reason for failure and recommends suitable action to prevent such failures in the future. Under which of the following categories of reports does her report fall? An accident report A credit report An interim report A progress report A closure report

A closure report

Jayla wants to change her audience's perception of a problem in order to solve it effectively. Which of the following patterns of organizing information would be appropriate in this scenario? A pro-and-con pattern A compare/contrast pattern A problem-solution pattern A general to particular pattern An elimination of alternatives pattern

A general to particular pattern

Which of the following types of reports allows you and a funding agency to resolve problems as they arise? A justification report A progress report An audit report An annual report A payback report

A progress report

Elijah has completed the first semester of his undergraduate program, and he is looking for an internship in fund-raising. He writes an application letter to a reputed not-for-profit organization even though it has not advertised an internship vacancy yet. In this scenario, which of the following kinds of application letters should Elijah write? A follow-up letter A solicited letter A recommendation letter A highlight letter A prospecting letter

A prospecting letter

Johanna begins her presentation on the effects of climate change by saying, "'Climate change is the worst catastrophe man has ever witnessed!' That's what Raymond Bennet said." Which of the following openers has Johanna used in her presentation? An anecdote A question A quotation A startling statement A memoir

A quotation

An advertising firm is trying to evaluate if it should change its recruitment policy or continue with its existing practices. It decides to seek a proposal from an HR consultant. Which of the following is the proposal more likely to provide? A record of the implementation process A record of the evaluation process An assessment of whether change is a good idea A developmental plan for achieving the desired change A list of measurable outcomes

An assessment of whether change is a good idea

Huang is writing a new edition report on networking strategies in business. While writing the report, he refers to previous reports on the same subject. He wants to include previous reports in the document. In which of the following sections of the report will it be appropriate to include them? Executive summary Introduction Appendix Recommendation Transmittal

Appendix

In the introduction of a report, _____ refer to statements whose truth one presumes, and which help one prove a final point. Synopses Criteria Facts Procedures Assumptions

Assumptions

Which of the following conventions should you follow when creating visuals and data displays? Avoid using titles that tell the story that the visual or data display shows. Ensure that you divide your informal visuals into tables and figures. Use formal visuals and data displays when preparing documents that are not reports or proposals. Avoid straying from convention or you may confuse or alienate your audience. Use informal visuals and data displays when preparing proposals or reports.

Avoid straying from convention or you may confuse or alienate your audience.

_____ questions direct different respondents to different parts of the questionnaire based on their answers to earlier questions. Hypothetical Mirror Situational Probing Branching

Branching

Which of the following is true of the process of finding out about employers and jobs? Finding out the name and address of a specific individual in an organization you are applying to is not recommended. Calling an organization to find out more details about a job can come across as unprofessional. Talking to friends who have graduated recently may give you subjective opinions about the job market. Conducting information interviews will give you more insights about a job that may interest you.

Conducting information interviews will give you more insights about a job that may interest you.

Which of the following is a way to handle being out of the job market for a while? Avoid local networking events as they are not useful. Do freelance work to keep you occupied. Allow yourself to leave a gap on your résumé as employers do not mind it. Do not mention the period of being out of the job market on your résumé. Avoid volunteer work experience as it has no professional value.

Do freelance work to keep you occupied.

_____ refers to providing the bibliographic information readers would need to go back to the original source. Quotation Documentation Connotation Citation Plagiarism

Documentation

Which of the following is a difference between photographs and drawings as visuals or data displays? Drawings are more effective than photographs for showing a process. Drawings can include a reference point, while photographs cannot. Drawings can be altered, while photographs cannot. Drawings do not contain much detail, while photographs contain varying degrees of detail. Drawings are more authentic than photographs.

Drawings are more effective than photographs for showing a process.

Which of the following statements can be best applied to the use of Gantt charts? Gantt charts are bar charts that identify positive and negative values, or winners and losers. Gantt charts are used to compare items over time. Gantt charts are bar charts used to show schedules. Gantt charts can only be used to compare one segment to the whole. Gantt charts are bar charts that sum the components of an item.

Gantt charts are bar charts used to show schedules.

Ronaldo has just completed his first interview with a prospective employer, and he thinks it has gone off quite well. Which of the following should he do to reinforce his positive first interview? He should call a few times to enquire about his status. He should write a thank-you note within a week if he does not hear from them. If he gets voice mail, he should keep trying till he gets through to someone. He should write a thank-you note within the next 24 hours. If he receives an enquiry over e-mail, he should wait a day before replying.

He should write a thank-you note within the next 24 hours.

Kayla is attending an interview for the post of an administrative executive. Which of the following would be a good answer to the question, "What is your greatest weakness?" I am a workaholic and like to work all the time. I do not like working with people, and I know that my interpersonal skills will be required only once I am promoted. I do not like selling products. But I like selling ideas, which is why this position interests me. I do not have any substantial work experience, and I think that is my greatest weakness. I am a perfectionist and always submit work that is flawless.

I do not like selling products. But I like selling ideas, which is why this position interests me.

Which of the following is true of a monologue presentation? In a monologue presentation, the speaker functions as an expert and questions are asked at the end of the presentation. In a monologue presentation, the speaker serves as a facilitator to help the audience tap its own knowledge. In a monologue presentation, the speaker encourages the audience to ask questions during the presentation. In a monologue presentation, the speaker delivers the information in a conversational and interactive manner. In a monologue presentation, the speaker presents the questions or issues that both the speaker and audience have agreed on in advance.

In a monologue presentation, the speaker functions as an expert and questions are asked at the end of the presentation.

Which of the following is true of formal and informal visuals used for business communication? Informal visuals are used specifically for proposals and reports. Informal visuals are typically divided into tables and figures. Formal visuals are usually inserted directly into the text. Formal and informal visuals have numbers and titles. Informal visuals do not have numbers or titles.

Informal visuals do not have numbers or titles.

Which of the following best describes an elevator speech? It is a powerful statement of why you are a good candidate for a particular job. It is a speech that gives you the chance to oppose the views of your interviewer. It is a speech that is generally long, informative, and useful in a one-on-one situation. It is a speech that employees give candidates at campus interviews. It is a speech that an employee delivers to get a promotion or raise.

It is a powerful statement of why you are a good candidate for a particular job.

Which of the following best defines a sampling frame? It refers to the process of selecting a group of people for study. It refers to a specific measurement value that a sampling unit supplies. It refers to the incomplete examination of the available data. It refers to a non-probability sampling technique. It refers to a list of all sampling units.

It refers to a list of all sampling units.

_____ refer to words and phrases that an employer will have a computer seek in an electronic résumé. Key words Weasel words Automated words Power words Code words

Key words

Which of the following is considered appropriate attire for a woman to an interview? Patterned hosiery Vividly patterned clothing Extra buttons attached to a new suit Backpacks or purses Knee-length skirt

Knee-length skirt

Which of the following is a good coping strategy for an individual who has joined his first full-time job? Get to know your colleagues, but do not keep networking with people in the field. Be more observant and do not ask too many questions until later Learn the jargon, but use it sparingly around the office. Do not try to plug into the office grapevine. Help out when you're asked, but do not go out of your way as it could offend others.

Learn the jargon, but use it sparingly around the office.

Which of the following is true of efficient time management in the process of writing a report? Don't rely on technology to manage time. Make minor revisions to your proposal for the introduction section of the report to save time. Mock up visuals and data displays only toward the end as they are essentially time-wasters. Spend sufficient time on the background and history of the problem and write important sections later. Do not write any section of the report until you've completed the research.

Make minor revisions to your proposal for the introduction section of the report to save time.

Which of the following examples best illustrates positive emphasis in an application letter? Please give me a chance. I cannot promise that I am substantially different from the other candidates, but I shall do my best. My profile of a professor was published in the campus newsletter. I have learned an excessive amount about technology and its uses. I fervently apologize for my lack of experience.

My profile of a professor was published in the campus newsletter.

Noberto is a final-year graduate student working on his thesis on the increasing incidence of mental illness in children-a topic that is relatively new in his field. His research is based on a sample of 300 children from all over the country. The data he collects is complex and is presented in tables, pie charts, bar charts, and line graphs. He also uses some photographs and drawings. For the purpose of integrating visuals and data displays into his text, which of the following would you recommend to Noberto? Noberto should use Excel, Numbers, and OpenOffice to edit all his visuals. Noberto should ensure that he summarizes the main point of each visual or data display before he presents it. Noberto should not help the readers find key points. Noberto should use single-sentence explanations about each visual or data display since the topic is new in his field. Noberto should not refer to or explain every visual and data display.

Noberto should ensure that he summarizes the main point of each visual or data display before he presents it.

While evaluating sources of data, which of the following is true of analyzing numbers and patterns? Simplifying numerical data by rounding-off is not a useful practice in research. Numbers are objective; they are not subject to varying interpretation. Averages are not susceptible to a single extreme figure. Patterns enable one to derive meaning from data collected during research. Negative results are always disappointing to the audience.

Patterns enable one to derive meaning from data collected during research.

Which of the following is true of job hunting? People who do not need jobs immediately are more confident and usually get better offers. Students who have to job-hunt before graduation can focus on their subjects and classes because an active job search is less time-consuming. If one is already working, searching for a new job during work hours helps one get good reference from the current employer. One should plan to spend only 10 hours a week on their job search after graduation. Informal preparation for job hunting should start only after graduation.

People who do not need jobs immediately are more confident and usually get better offers.

Daniel is creating a print advertisement for a wrinkle-reducing face cream. The advertisement has to have a sense of authenticity so that customers know the exact effects of the product. It must also visually demonstrate how the product is used. Which of the following visuals should Daniel use to present the data? Dynamic displays Photographs Gantt charts Line graphs Pie charts

Photographs

Which of the following should you do to deal with fear during a presentation? Picture stress leaving your body as you exhale. Do not pause while you're talking and keep your feet together. Contract your muscles and breathe fast. Concentrate on your feelings and not the audience. Avoid looking at the audience while you're speaking.

Picture stress leaving your body as you exhale.

Which of the following questions should you avoid asking in an interview? Questions about salary and benefits Questions about the work culture of the organization you are planning on joining Questions about where the organization would expect a new candidate to be in three or five years Questions about what a good employee should do before the first evaluation Questions about interest rates that affect the organization

Questions about salary and benefits

Ravi is a job applicant who plans to send his résumé with an e-mail. He is afraid that it will get rejected by spam filters. While e-mailing his résumé, which of the following is a preventative step that Ravi can take to avoid the effect of spam filters? Send his résumé to a spam counter that will count the number of spam messages. Overuse words and phrases to manage to get through the spam. Use all capitals in his subject line to make it appear important. Set his personal spam filter to high and send his résumé to himself.

Set his personal spam filter to high and send his résumé to himself.

Whitney has to deliver an informative presentation on a new laptop model to a large group of people. Which of the following guidelines should Whitney follow in order to effectively deliver her presentation? She should avoid the use of color and visuals as it tends to distract the audience. She should avoid giving her audience a written outline of her presentation as it might help them track her mistakes. She should avoid providing examples because they might confuse the audience and raise more questions. She should provide new information and not link it to the knowledge the audience already has. She should avoid bringing up the negatives of the new model unless she is sure that the audience will think of them.

She should avoid bringing up the negatives of the new model unless she is sure that the audience will think of them.

Kayla, a graduate student, is preparing her first résumé She makes it a point to frequently use key words throughout her résumé. Which of the following guidelines should Kayla follow while writing her résumé? She should be as concise as possible even if it means eliminating vital content. She should never use phrases and sentence fragments. She should use the word "I" to appear confident about her qualifications and experience. She should use nouns in place of verbs and gerunds to create a more dynamic image. She should ensure that items in the list follow a parallel structure.

She should ensure that items in the list follow a parallel structure.

Judith needs to write a progress report on marketing Delights, a new line of designer bags in Mexico. Which of the following guidelines does she need to follow when drafting her report? She should use emphasizing techniques to highlight all the features in her report. She should present every detail in her report as equally important. She should include every detail, including trivial details, in her report. She should adapt her report to meet her own requirements and needs. She should use you-attitude and a positive tone in her report.

She should use you-attitude and a positive tone in her report.

Which of the following is true of networking? Reciprocity is harmful to networking. Networking becomes less important as you advance in your career. Social media is not meant for professional networking. Successful networking is characterized by a "two-way" reputation. Networking is insignificant for entry-level positions.

Successful networking is characterized by a "two-way" reputation.

Which of the following guidelines should you follow when handling questions in an oral presentation? Avoid linking your answers to the points you've covered in the presentation. Say, "That's a good question" when a member of the audience asks you a question. Answer a question spontaneously even if you don't know the answer. Nod your head to indicate that you understand a question as it is asked. Summarize the main points at the end of the question period.

Summarize the main points at the end of the question period.

Which of the following statements is true regarding proposal style? Avoid using facts and figures in proposals as they may be inaccurate. Use "believing" wording extensively to sound convincing. Support your generalizations and inferences with data. Use technical jargons in your language to impress your audience. Avoid anticipating questions that the audience may have.

Support your generalizations and inferences with data.

Jacob recently wrote a report on the development rate of villages in close proximity to cities in Vietnam. Which of the following did he most likely place in the appendix of the report? Supporting data that will later be examined by specialists Information that is crucial for the proof of the report Evidence which explains the growth of these cities Scrutiny of causes and evaluation of possible solutions An impersonal note describing his experience in Vietnam

Supporting data that will later be examined by specialists

Gabrielle is delivering a presentation on the different mediums that can be used to spread awareness about the need to conserve the Yellow River in China. She begins her presentation by explaining why television advertisements should not be used as a means of promoting awareness. Then, she moves on to discuss the disadvantages of using radio advertising to promote their cause. She concludes her presentation by discussing print media, specifically newspapers, and how they can serve their purpose by spreading the message to a wider public base. Which of the following patterns of organizing data did Gabrielle use in her presentation? The problem-causes-solution pattern The pro-con pattern The excluding alternatives pattern The chronological pattern The 1-2-3 pattern

The excluding alternatives pattern

Identify the correct statement about the use of visuals and data displays in a business document. The use of visuals and data displays should be limited when the document is used to persuade the audience. The number of visuals and data displays depends on the information and not the audience. The number of visuals and data displays should be more when the information is complex. Visuals and data displays can be used only in newsletters and reports, but not in e-mails. Visuals and data displays should not be used at all if the audience does not value them.

The number of visuals and data displays should be more when the information is complex.

Which of the following is true of the hidden job market? The number of unadvertised jobs decreases the higher on the job ladder you go. The percentage of jobs that are not advertised is as high as 80 percent. Many new jobs come from responding to advertisements and not through networking. Solicited job application letters are the best way to reach the hidden job market. In a hiring freeze, the hidden job market loses its ability to sustain.

The percentage of jobs that are not advertised is as high as 80 percent.

Which of the following is true of good report problems? They grow out of superficial issues. They have data and evidence that is comprehensible to a researcher. They are broad and cover a large topic. They are time-consuming and cannot be solved in the available time. They are not characterized by purpose statements.

They have data and evidence that is comprehensible to a researcher.

Which of the following are purposes of using headings?

They should allow readers to compare and contrast points easily.

Which of the following is true of good survey questions? They should be placed in a particular order. They should make assumptions about respondents. They should be phrased in such a way that they mean different things to the researcher and to the respondents. They should use words like "often" and "important" for indicating emphasis. They should allow frequent bypassing.

They should be placed in a particular order.

Which of the following examples best illustrates you-attitude in an application letter? Your company has just conducted a successful merger with its competitor. I did an exceptional job when I was president of the student council. Under my presidency, students were able to have many of their needs met. A company with your reputation and status is perfect for my financial and cultural needs. I have a tremendous ability to learn and apply what I learn to my work.

Under my presidency, students were able to have many of their needs met.

Which of the following is a difference between oral messages and written messages? Unlike written messages, oral messages make it easier to minimize undesirable emotions. Unlike written messages, oral messages make it easier to use emotion to help persuade an audience. Oral messages can make use of visuals to clarify or emphasize material while written messages cannot. Oral messages make it easier to present extensive or complex data compared to written messages. Oral messages use you-attitude while written messages use we-attitude.

Unlike written messages, oral messages make it easier to use emotion to help persuade an audience.

Rita applies for the position of a visualizer in a web designing company. On her résumé, she experiments with layout and fonts to make it look attractive, and at the same time she wants to ensure that she follows the basic guidelines pertaining to layout and design. While doing so, which of the following should she adhere to? Avoid working with fonts and bullets to highlight information. Always use résumé templates that come with word-processing software. Use enough white space to group items. Make headings as wide as possible to give her résumé a balanced look. Make her résumé look "busy" by using innumerable fonts and colors to highlight data.

Use enough white space to group items.

Which of the following questions is most likely to be asked in a behavioral interview? What will you do if a team member says he no longer wants to manage projects? How will you motivate people in your team to perform better? How do you think you can add value to our climate campaign team? What did you do the last time a project faced a crisis? How would you handle a situation which involves low funds for a campaign?

What did you do the last time a project faced a crisis?

Which of the following is true of writing sales proposals? You should write your proposal assuming that your buyer will understand why your product or system is good. You should present your audience benefits using "we-attitude" and an informal tone in your proposal. You should use technical jargon in your proposal as it will be appreciated by your audience. You should deal with any objections your reader may have regarding your proposal. You should avoid asking your reader to approve your proposal as it could sound desperate.

You should deal with any objections your reader may have regarding your proposal.

Which of the following guidelines should you follow when designing a PowerPoint presentation? You should use only one slide to cover a topic irrespective of its size. You should use a big font size for your titles: 44 or 50 points. You should try to create slides with more text than visuals. You should include as many bullet points as possible on each slide. You should use different backgrounds for different slides.

You should use a big font size for your titles: 44 or 50 points.

Which of the following is true of a virtual cover letter while applying for a job? It is unnecessary to include context and explanation. It is mandatory to include a lengthy introductory passage on your goals and professional interests. Your prospective employer will only assess you after reading everything you have posted online. You should avoid using key words as they increase the likelihood of you being rejected by an employer. You will not get a chance to submit a cover letter until after the employer has seen what you have posted online.

You will not get a chance to submit a cover letter until after the employer has seen what you have posted online.

Lesley is working on a campaign that aims at promoting reforestation in the country. As part of the campaign, Lesley sends out emails that list the advantages and disadvantages of reforestation. By doing this, she feels, the audience will be in a better position to take a stand on the issue. The pattern of organizing information used by Lesley is referred to as: a spatial pattern. a chronological pattern. a pro-and-con pattern. a geographic pattern. a problem-solution solution.

a pro-and-con pattern.

The first paragraph of a proposal for a student report you've created usually includes: the steps you will follow to solve the problem you've identified. a list of the time you intend to spend on each activity and the date by which you expect to finish it. an indication that you would welcome any suggestions your instructor may have for improving the research plan. a sentence or two summarizing the topic and purposes of your report. an outline of the costs associated with your project and the benefits it will bring.

a sentence or two summarizing the topic and purposes of your report.

While preparing a report, a copy of the interview questions is included in the _____ of the report. appendix list of references criteria section research methodology literature review

appendix

A(n) _____ on job candidates includes a verification of legal and criminal records, complete employment history, and academic credentials. gateway procedure negotiability check background check academic gatekeeping

background check

The term _____ refers to résumé that summarize what one did in a time line starting with the most recent events, and going backward in reverse order. skills résumé functional résumé chronological résumé mini résumé targeted résumé

chronological résumé

Lydia has completed her first round of interview with a publishing house and is waiting to hear from the company. At this point, it is appropriate for Lydia to: call a few times within the first week to show her enthusiasm for the job. follow up with a call and leave a message if she gets voice mail. write a thank-you note if she does not hear from them in a week. wait for them to contact her. wait at least two weeks before she contacts them.

follow up with a call and leave a message if she gets voice mail.

In western cultures, which of the following colors suggests a positive connotation of tranquility and a negative connotation of jealousy? Red White Yellow Blue Green

green

A question reads "What would you say if you had to motivate an employee who missed an important deadline?" This is an example of a _____ question. probing mirror branching hypothetical situational

hypothetical

Sonia, a manager at an advertising agency, prepares a report to record the work completed so far and the work remaining on her new project. Her report further analyzes the quality of the work and recommends specific restructuring to the project. Sonia has prepared a(n) _____. trip report closure report credit report interim report justification report

interim report

Which of the following elements of a visual best tells the story that the visual shows? Title Legend Unit labels Source Column

title

A(n) _____ introduces or summarizes the main idea of a paragraph. transition word transitive verb topic sentence gerund action verb

topic sentence

To maintain the correct paragraph length and unity for your application letter, use _____ at the beginning of your paragraphs to make your letter more readable. gerunds auxiliary verbs talking heads topic sentences transition words

topic sentences

Farah is preparing a proposal for developing a new line of ammonia-free hair color. When writing her proposal, Farah should avoid: using technical jargon and a complex style of writing. highlighting benefits for the entire audience. supporting generalizations with data and other information. adapting her proposal to meet the needs of the audience. anticipating and answering questions her audience may have.

using technical jargon and a complex style of writing.