Mod 1 Written Communication

Question 1

What regulation governs Written Communication

Answer 1

AR 25-50

Question 2

Army writing must have what three qualities?

Answer 2

Clear, concise, and effective (1-10)

Question 3

Army writing accomplishes what two tasks?

Answer 3

Effective and efficient communication and decision making (1-10)

Question 4

What is the purpose of a Memo for Record?

Answer 4

Shows the authority or basis for an action taken (2-7)

Question 5

What is the purpose of a Memo of Agreement?

Answer 5

establish and document common legal terms that establish a “conditional agreement” where transfer of funds for services is anticipated (2-6)

Question 6

What is the purpose of a Memo of Understanding?

Answer 6

describe broad concepts of mutual understanding, goals, and plans shared by the parties when no transfer of funds for services is anticipated (2-6)

Question 7

Approved abbreviations and brevity codes can be found where?

Answer 7

AR 25-52 (1-14)

Question 8

How are dates and times written?

Answer 8

day month year (1-23)

24 hour system (1-24)

Question 9

What are the two essential requirements for Army writing?

Answer 9

Bottom line up front and Active voice (1-36b)