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NClaborn

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on: Jun 23, 2018
Which of the following would be the most effective preview in a formal report?
 
  A) Our sales in the eastern region have plummeted.
  B) First, let me begin by introducing our team.
  C) The next section discusses the advantages of advertising on the Internet.
  D) Okay, now for the mundane part.
  E) You probably won't like this, but here it comes.

Question 2

When developing a document electronically, it should be
 
  A) embedded in an email.
  B) sent as a PDF.
  C) linked to a live file.
  D) void of multimedia elements.
  E) developed using proposal writing software.


bblaney

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Preview sections introduce important or complex topics by helping readers get ready for new information. Formal reports avoid colloquial language and should be written in the third person.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Portable document format (PDF) files have become a universal replacement for printed reports and proposals. Using Adobe Acrobat or similar products, you can quickly convert reports and proposals to PDF files that are easy to share electronically.


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NClaborn

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Reply #2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Thank you


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