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Identify the section(s) of report writing from the following:

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  1. Title

  2. Summary

  3. Introduction, body and conclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The correct answer is option D.

Report writing contains title, summary, introduction, body, and conclusion. 
Therefore, it includes all options A,B, and C.
Hence option D - All of the above is the correct answer.

State whether true or false:
A report should be written in the present tense as we are stating facts.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: B

State whether true or false:
A report often contains written records or interviews which are reported word for word. Either quotation marks are used correctly or the interview is converted into reported speech.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A

Following are characteristics of a well-written report, EXCEPT ________.

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  1. Use of jargon

  2. Use of active voice

  3. Good grammar

  4. Correct punctuation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The correct answer is option A.

There are certain rules to be followed in report writing:
  • The active voice should be used. 
  • The writer should ensure the use of correct and good grammar and punctuation.
  • The vocabulary should be comprehensive and use of jargon is not advisable. Use of jargon does not contribute in any way to a well-written report.
The question is on which option is not a characteristic of a well-written report.
Option A is the correct answer as the remaining 3 options are the characteristics of a well-written report.

Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in writing a report. 

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  1. Writing a report and checking it

  2. Research, selection of topic and writing the report

  3. Selection of topic, research, writing the report and finalizing the report

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The correct answer is Option C. 

Report writing is not a simple task. There are various steps to be followed in the correct order to ensure a well-written report.
The first step is selection of a topic to write a report on. Then the writer conducts research and collects necessary data to form his report. This is followed by writing the report and the last step is finalizing the report.
This correct sequence is mentioned in Option C and thus it is the correct answer.

Fill in the blank with a suitable option. 

The conclusion in a report _______________.

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  1. reiterates to the reader what the reader should be taking from the report

  2. is the last line in a report

  3. both A and B

  4. none of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The correct answer is Option A.

The conclusion plays an important role in any kind of writing. A well-written conclusion enhances the effectiveness of the writing.
As wrongly perceived, it is not the last line of the writing. Hence option B becomes the wrong answer.
Since option B is incorrect Option C too becomes incorrect- since it says both A and B.
The function of a conclusion in a report is defined as one that summarizes and highlights the main ideas of the reader and what the reader should be taking from the report. Thus Option A is the correct answer. (Therefore Option D - none of the above is incorrect.)