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Rye Rye
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An analytical report always ends by presenting recommendations.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Ques. 2

The problem-factoring process involves
 
  A) looking at a problem from multiple perspectives.
  B) considering how to allocate blame for a problem.
  C) creating problems instead of solving them.
  D) dividing a complex problem into a series of logical, connected questions.
  E) developing a strong hypothesis.

Ques. 3

Whereas troubleshooting reports deal with problems as they occur, failure analysis reports seek to prevent problems before they happen.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Ques. 4

Unlike reports focused on conclusions or recommendations, reports focusing on logical arguments
 
  A) use an indirect approach.
  B) are not very convincing.
  C) emphasize the positive.
  D) do not include outside evidence.
  E) use a direct approach.

Ques. 5

If your readers will want to know what they should do in a given situation, then your report should focus on
 
  A) your conclusions.
  B) your writing process.
  C) your recommendations.
  D) your sources of information.
  E) your logical arguments.

Ques. 6

Analytical reports for skeptical audiences should generally follow the ________ approach.
 
  A) direct
  B) indirect
  C) hypothetical
  D) aggressive
  E) persuasive
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6 years ago
Answer to #1

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: An analytical report requires analysis, and part of analysis involves drawing conclusions. Adding recommendations to those conclusions is optional for an analytical report. However, many analytical reports conclude by making specific recommendations based on conclusions drawn.

Answer to #2

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Use problem factoring to divide a complex problem into more manageable pieces.

Answer to #3

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: Failure analysis reports analyze a situation in which a failure occurred and look for things that can be learned from the failure. For example, if a new product failed to sell, the company might commission a failure report to find out why it failedwas it due to faulty marketing, poor support, stiff competition, bad timing, poor quality workmanship, or some other reason?

Answer to #4

Answer: A
Explanation: A) If the report focuses on logical arguments, you are putting all of your effort into building a case that your audience will accept. Whenever you build a case rather than state things up front, you are using an indirect approach.

Answer to #5

Answer: C
Explanation: C) When your readers will want to know what you think they should do, organize your report to focus on recommendations.

Answer to #6

Answer: B
Explanation: B) When the audience is hostile or skeptical, you need to build a case to convince the audience to accept your conclusions. The indirect approach uses logic and evidence to lead the audience to a conclusion gradually, which allows time for ideas to be considered and accepted.
Rye Author
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6 years ago
These are correct! Thank you very much!!!
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