The learner will identify writing that is appropriate for business communication.
Written Communication in the Workplace
Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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Please bring the results of our latest survey to the meeting on Wednesday. Also, please note that the meeting time has been changed and is now 1 p.m. instead of 1:30 p.m.
It is not appropriate to use abbreviations when communicating with business associates.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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Please bring the results of our latest survey to the meeting on Wednesday. Also, please note that the meeting time has been changed and is now 1 p.m. instead of 1:30 p.m.
It is not appropriate to use abbreviations when communicating with business associates.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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Correction from yesterday’s mtg. Mr. Meyer provided info. about the purchase of the vacant house adjacent to our Johnston St office, not the purchase of the vacant horse. lol.
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There is a correction to the minutes from yesterday’s meeting. While humorous to consider, Mr. Meyer provided information about the purchase of the vacant house adjacent to our Johnston Street office, not the purchase of the vacant horse.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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There is a correction to the minutes from yesterday’s meeting. While humorous to consider, Mr. Meyer provided information about the purchase of the vacant house adjacent to our Johnston Street office, not the purchase of the vacant horse.
It is not appropriate to use "texting" language in a professional message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
Your Answer
Correct Answer
There is a correction to the minutes from yesterday’s meeting. While humorous to consider, Mr. Meyer provided information about the purchase of the vacant house adjacent to our Johnston Street office, not the purchase of the vacant horse.
It is not appropriate to use "texting" language in a professional message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
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In meeting with our new clients last week, I was able to make a list of their primary concerns.
Using correct grammar is essential in all business communication.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use when communicating with a business associate?
Your Answer
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In meeting with our new clients last week, I was able to make a list of their primary concerns.
Using correct grammar is essential in all business communication.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
Which of the following messages is appropriate to use in a business report?
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use in a business report?
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The customer team has explored the issue and is implementing a new plan for responding to our clients' demands in a timely manner.
Using proper grammar is important in a professional setting. Grammatical errors can leave the reader thinking that the writer does not have good communication skills or that the writer does not care enough about the project or the reader to take the time to use proper grammar.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following messages is appropriate to use in a business report?
Your Answer
Correct Answer
The customer team has explored the issue and is implementing a new plan for responding to our clients' demands in a timely manner.
Using proper grammar is important in a professional setting. Grammatical errors can leave the reader thinking that the writer does not have good communication skills or that the writer does not care enough about the project or the reader to take the time to use proper grammar.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
Which of the following is the better example of effective business communication?
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Some important items to consider when submitting your project report to finance are how long it will take to complete the project, what supplies will be necessary to complete the project, how many team members will be needed, and how much it will cost to incorporate the results into the existing business plan.
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Some important items to consider when submitting your project report to finance are:
- Length of time anticipated to complete the project
- Supplies necessary to complete the project
- Number of team members needed to complete the project
- Cost of incorporating the results of the project into our existing business plan
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following is the better example of effective business communication?
Correct Answer
Some important items to consider when submitting your project report to finance are:
- Length of time anticipated to complete the project
- Supplies necessary to complete the project
- Number of team members needed to complete the project
- Cost of incorporating the results of the project into our existing business plan
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Which of the following is the better example of effective business communication?
Your Answer
Correct Answer
Some important items to consider when submitting your project report to finance are:
- Length of time anticipated to complete the project
- Supplies necessary to complete the project
- Number of team members needed to complete the project
- Cost of incorporating the results of the project into our existing business plan
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Written Communication in the Workplace
It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to a friend about your plans for the weekend.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to a friend about your plans for the weekend.
Correct Answer
True
Your friends know you and will likely understand your message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to a friend about your plans for the weekend.
Your Answer
Correct Answer
True
Your friends know you and will likely understand your message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to your boss in response to a question posed at a unit meeting yesterday.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to your boss in response to a question posed at a unit meeting yesterday.
Correct Answer
False
Texting language can be misinterpreted and at best is unprofessional.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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It is okay to use texting language when sending a message to your boss in response to a question posed at a unit meeting yesterday.
Your Answer
Correct Answer
False
Texting language can be misinterpreted and at best is unprofessional.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
With the availability of spell-check, grammar-check, and auto-correct features on most computers and many hand-held devices, it is no longer necessary to proof read professional correspondence.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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With the availability of spell-check, grammar-check, and auto-correct features on most computers and many hand-held devices, it is no longer necessary to proof read professional correspondence.
Correct Answer
False
It is possible that these features may make inappropriate corrections that can be embarrassing or may even change the meaning of the message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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With the availability of spell-check, grammar-check, and auto-correct features on most computers and many hand-held devices, it is no longer necessary to proof read professional correspondence.
Your Answer
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False
It is possible that these features may make inappropriate corrections that can be embarrassing or may even change the meaning of the message.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
Lengthy documents are easier to read and understand if the writer separates information with headings or bulleted lists.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Lengthy documents are easier to read and understand if the writer separates information with headings or bulleted lists.
Correct Answer
True
It can also make it easier for the reader and/or writer to refer to important information contained within the document.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Lengthy documents are easier to read and understand if the writer separates information with headings or bulleted lists.
Your Answer
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True
It can also make it easier for the reader and/or writer to refer to important information contained within the document.
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Most people who read documents do not notice or care about the use of proper grammar.
Correct Answer
False
Many people notice poor grammar and may think the writer does not care enough about the document or the reader to use proper grammar. The reader may also come to the conclusion that the writer does not know how to use proper grammar.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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Most people who read documents do not notice or care about the use of proper grammar.
Your Answer
Correct Answer
False
Many people notice poor grammar and may think the writer does not care enough about the document or the reader to use proper grammar. The reader may also come to the conclusion that the writer does not know how to use proper grammar.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
With the ever increasing level of technology in the world, it is no longer important to maintain the skill of effective written communication.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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With the ever increasing level of technology in the world, it is no longer important to maintain the skill of effective written communication.
Correct Answer
False
Your written communication is a direct reflection of you as an employee, a student, a supervisor, a business colleague, or in some other role. In order to ensure your message gets across the way you intend, you must have effective writing skills.
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Written Communication in the Workplace
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With the ever increasing level of technology in the world, it is no longer important to maintain the skill of effective written communication.
Your Answer
Correct Answer
False
Your written communication is a direct reflection of you as an employee, a student, a supervisor, a business colleague, or in some other role. In order to ensure your message gets across the way you intend, you must have effective writing skills.
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