Question 1

Conciseness is critical when microblogging.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

____________________ consists of short messages exchanged on social media networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and Tumblr.

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The answer of ____________________ consists of short messages exchanged on...

Question 3

The following sentence demonstrates effective writing: Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Redundant words or phrases convey a meaning more than once.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Business writers should consider document design during the revision process because well-designed documents improve readability and comprehension.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which statement about proofreading is most accurate?

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A)   Good business writers wait at least 24 hours or longer to proofread a document.
B)   Only important messages or documents need to be proofread.
C)   Documents with errors do not affect a person's credibility because readers understand that everyone makes mistakes.
D)   Proofreading should occur while the document is being written.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

Long sentence lead-ins

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A)   are unnecessary introductory words.
B)   introduce the "meat" of the message.
C)   avoid reader confusion.
D)   demonstrate effective language usage.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Well-designed documents enhance readability and comprehension and

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A)   make readers think the writer is a well-organized and intelligent person.
B)   guarantee reader acceptance.
C)   increase the intelligence level of the reader.
D)   avoid the use of white space.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Which of the following sentences is most effective?

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A)   This is to inform you that your account is now up-to-date.
B)   At this point in time, your account is up-to-date.
C)   Due to the fact that we have just received your check, your account is up-to-date.
D)   Your account is now up-to-date.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following statements about revision is most accurate?

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A)   You must compose first drafts quickly (sprint writing)  and return later for editing.
B)   Careful writers always revise as they write.
C)   Revision is required for only long and complex business documents.
D)   Some business writers prefer to compose first drafts quickly and revise later; others prefer to revise as they go.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Nearly all text in Western cultures is aligned at the left and reads from left to right.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following expressions is most modern?

Accepted Answer

A)   Separately
B)   Every effort will be made
C)   In receipt of
D)   In accordance with your wishesE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Shoot from the hip is an example of a(n) ____________________, which is an expression that has been exhausted by overuse.

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The answer of Shoot from the hip is an example...

Question 14

The best way to judge the success of your communication is through feedback.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

____________________, which appear most often in reports, are an effective tool for highlighting information and improving readability because they encourage the writer to group similar material together and help readers separate major ideas from details.

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The answer of ____________________, which appear most often in reports,...

Question 16

____________ is the process of determining whether your message attracts the reader's attention and achieves its purpose.

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The answer of ____________ is the process of determining whether...

Question 17

Which of the following sentences avoids buzzwords and slang?

Accepted Answer

A)   Our stock prices tanked last quarter.
B)   All companies must follow the guidelines outlined in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
C)   The architects blew the budget for the design of the new energy center.
D)   The company decided a new paradigm shift was needed to increase sales.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Using expressions such as pursuant to your request and thank you in advance adds a level of professionalism to business writing.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

You should proofread every sentence of a document as soon as you write it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

All of the following sentences contain unnecessary fillers except

Accepted Answer

A)   There are three important issues to discuss at today's meeting.
B)   There is only one job opening available.
C)   It was our office manager who won the raffle.
D)   Three candidates are running for the board.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 4: Revising Business Messages

Redundant words or phrases convey a meaning more than once.

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Shoot from the hip is an example of a(n) ____________________, which is an expression that has been exhausted by overuse.

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____________________ consists of short messages exchanged on social media networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and Tumblr.

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Business writers should consider document design during the revision process because well-designed documents improve readability and comprehension.

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You should proofread every sentence of a document as soon as you write it.

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Conciseness is critical when microblogging.

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Using expressions such as pursuant to your request and thank you in advance adds a level of professionalism to business writing.

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Which of the following statements about revision is most accurate?

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Long sentence lead-ins

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Which of the following sentences is most effective?

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The best way to judge the success of your communication is through feedback.

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Which statement about proofreading is most accurate?

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All of the following sentences contain unnecessary fillers except

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Which of the following sentences avoids buzzwords and slang?

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Well-designed documents enhance readability and comprehension and

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____________________, which appear most often in reports, are an effective tool for highlighting information and improving readability because they encourage the writer to group similar material together and help readers separate major ideas from details.

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The following sentence demonstrates effective writing: Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions.

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Which of the following expressions is most modern?

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____________ is the process of determining whether your message attracts the reader's attention and achieves its purpose.

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Nearly all text in Western cultures is aligned at the left and reads from left to right.

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