Lesson 13

Question 1

Thinking critically about your recommendations means….

1. considering all the details
2. locating weak spots
3. making improvements
4. all

Answer 1

all

Question 2

Analytical reports typically……..

1. rely heavily on supplements
2. are written for clients and readers outside the organization
3. rely only on secondary sources
4. are written for readers within the organization
5. lead to recommendations

Answer 2

lead to recommendations

Question 3

T/F

Every problem has a definite solution that can be revealed in an exhaustive analysis.

Answer 3

false

Question 4

T/F

You should always construct a formal outline of your analysis before writing your first draft.

Answer 4

false

Question 5

Audiences for analytical reports are likely to be most interested in……..

1. introduction
2. conclusion
3. visuals and appendices
4. body
5. headings

Answer 5

conclusion

Question 6

T/F

Among the typical analytical problems are “why does X happen?” and “how do I do X?”

Answer 6

false

Question 7

Audiences for analytical reports always expect………

1. just the facts, so that they can interpret them as they see fit
2. full interpretation of the data
3. valid conclusions and recommendations
4. detailed instructions

Answer 7

full interpretation of the data

Question 8

T/F

The general purpose in any analysis is to prove the writer’s point. In your analytical report, therefore, cite only data that support your thesis.

Answer 8

false

Question 9

T/F

An analytical report may address two or more types of analytical problems.

Answer 9

true

Question 10

Writers of analytical reports…….

1. begin with a clear identification of the problem or question
2. usually discover the problem or question only during their investigation or drafting
3. ignore the problem or question until they have completed their research
4. eschew visuals

Answer 10

1. begin with clear identification