Progress Reports and Proposals

What are the two major categories of reports according to Guffey and Loewy (2016)?

• Analytical Reports and Progress Reports

• Informational Reports and Analytical Reports

• Informal Reports and Business Proposals

• Progress Reports and Formal Reports

Which format is suitable for short informal reports addressed to outsiders?

• Letter Format

• Digital Formats and PDF Files

• Memo and E-mail Formats

• Manuscript Format

What is the purpose of a proposal according to Guffey and Loewy (2016)?

• To provide data analysis

• To present recommendations

• To solve problems, provide services, or sell products

• To describe organizational strategies

What should be included in the introduction of a proposal?

• Table of contents

• List of figures

• A hint at great results

• Detailed budget analysis

What is the purpose of progress reports?

• To analyze data

• To promote products and services

• To provide status updates on projects

• To request funds

What type of information sources are used in report writing?

• Primary sources only

• Secondary sources only

• Both primary and secondary sources

• Tertiary sources

What is the main characteristic of proposals according to Guffey and Loewy (2016)?

• Clear and accessible language

• Lengthy descriptions

• Technical jargon

• Complex language

What should be included in the conclusion of a proposal?

• A project completion date and a deadline date

• A copy of the request for proposal

• List of figures

• Table of contents

What is the purpose of short reports according to Kolin (2013)?

• To outline the format of reports

• To conduct research

• To describe the importance of headings

• To provide updates on work in progress

What should be included in the body of a report?

• Details regarding costs, material, personnel, and dates

• A schedule for completion of duties

• A copy of the request for proposal

• A project completion date