When using a direct organization for a message, the main idea of ...

[kellyjaisingh]

When using a direct organization for a message, the main idea of your message ________.
 
  A) is best placed near the end of your communication
  B) should not be stated at the beginning of your message
  C) should be stated before the supporting details
  D) should be included near the end of your message so as not to be overshadowed by the supporting details
  E) is best not stated explicitly

Question 2

Samantha is asked by her boss to attend the supervisors' meeting in the afternoon, and to participate in a brief discussion on the flex-time schedule proposal her department is supporting.
 
  Which of the following is true about Samantha's preparation for this meeting?
  A) She should anticipate and outline the questions and objections the supervisors will have to this proposal, so that she can address them.
  B) She should create a list of only a few bullet points focusing on the benefits this proposal has for herself and her coworkers.
  C) She should create an elaborate outline and distribute it at the meeting.
  D) She should focus on only the benefits of the proposal.
  E) It is best to enter a situation like this without an outline and just be spontaneous.

[Moriaki]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) In most situations, audiences will become impatient if they don't know why you are communicating with them, and how the details support your message. To avoid this, use the direct organizational plan and state the purpose and main idea before the supporting details.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Being prepared for the questions and potential objections to the proposal that will arise at the meeting will help prepare Samantha for the discussion. The supervisors will be more concerned about the benefits to themselves and the company than to Samantha and her coworkers.

[kellyjaisingh]

TYSM

[meow1234]

Excellent