An executive summary A) is shorter than a synopsis. B) gives ...

[jwb375]

An executive summary
 
  A) is shorter than a synopsis.
  B) gives a fully developed mini version of the report.
  C) provides additional information (not covered in the report) that executives will need.
  D) is a prose table of contents.
  E) should be written in a tone that is much less formal than the report itself.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a typical function of the introduction to a report?
 
  A) establishing the context
  B) previewing main ideas
  C) identifying the opportunity to pursue
  D) documenting sources
  E) establishing the tone and reader relationship

[honnalora]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Many report writers prefer to include an executive summary instead of a synopsis or an abstract. Whereas a synopsis is a prose table of contents that outlines the main points of the report, an executive summary is a fully developed mini version of the report.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Explanation: D) The documentation of sources typically occurs in the bibliography section of a report. The introduction, on the other hand, tells the audience about the report, explains why they should be concerned with it, and outlines how the report is organized.