Memorandum

Which of the following is the correct abbreviation for "Memorandum"?

• Mem

• Memo

• Mad

• MoM

What is a "Memorandum" in the context of business or diplomacy?

• A formal letter requesting a service

• A written message used for decision-making or action-taking

• An oral communication between two colleagues

• A presentation made to a group of executives

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a memorandum (memo)?

• Brief

• Factual

• Persuasive

• Improves the flow of information

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What is the primary purpose of a memorandum in an organization?

• To promote products and services

• To improve the flow of information within the organization

• To entertain employees

• To advertise to external customers

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Which of the following is not a common use of a memorandum?

• Sending announcements

• Sending instructions

• Sending personal greetings

• Documenting incidents in writing

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following is not part of the heading section of a memorandum?

• To - Recipient and their position

• From - Sender and their position

• Subject - Title of the situation

• Signature - Full name of the sender

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Memoranda are often used for the following purposes except:

• Sending requests

• Documenting incidents

• Sending instructions

• Conducting meetings

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Memoranda are primarily used for communication between which groups within an organization?

• Customers and suppliers

• Employer and employee

• Competitors and partners

• Students and teachers

In which of the following settings is a memorandum most likely used as a form of communication?

• Between a school and a parent

• Between staff and administration in schools

• Between a company and its customers

• Between two rival businesses

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

What should be included in the concluding paragraph of a memorandum?

• A brief description of the events

• A formal indication of your wish for closure

• A detailed explanation of the incident

• A personal opinion on the subject matter

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5