Midterm Examination in CDI 6

What is the primary purpose of an investigative report?

• To express the investigator's opinions

• To entertain the reader with details

• To provide an objective record of findings

• To offer speculative solutions

Which of the following is a characteristic of a formal report?

• Casual and conversational tone

• Use of personal pronouns

• Highly structured and objective

• Minimal use of details

What is the first step in investigative report writing, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP)?

• Write the report

• Organize the facts

• Gather the facts

• Evaluate the report

What type of report is used to describe how one organization can meet the needs of another?

• Informational report

• Analytical report

• Proposal report

• Periodic report

Which of the following is NOT a requisite of a good investigation report?

• Completeness

• Fairness

• Creativity

• Accuracy

In which situation is the indirect pattern of organizing a report most appropriate?

• When the information is routine and non-sensitive

• When the audience is familiar with the subject matter

• When presenting sensitive or controversial information

• When delivering a simple progress update

What is the key difference between informational and analytical reports?

• Informational reports include opinions, while analytical reports do not

• Analytical reports provide analysis and recommendations, while informational reports provide facts

• Analytical reports are shorter than informational reports

• Informational reports are more detailed than analytical reports

Which type of report is often used for internal communication within an organization?

• External report

• Periodic report

• Informal report

• Proposal report

What is the best method to organize a progress report?

• Chronologically

• Based on importance

• Geographically

• By department

A field report by a public health agency on a disease outbreak would most likely be classified as a/an:

• Informational report

• Analytical report

• Proposal report

• Periodic report