Question 1

Business English is a necessary prerequisite for taking this course. This sentence is written as concisely as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

____________ is composed of informal words with arbitrary and extravagantly changed meanings. These words quickly go out of fashion because they are no longer appealing when everyone begins to understand them.

Accepted Answer

Slang
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Question 3

Which of the following is true about writing and revising business documents?

Accepted Answer

A)   Rarely is the first version satisfactory, but usually the second version is excellent.
B)   Experts say only amateurs expect writing perfection on the first try.
C)   Revision is not necessary for informal documents such as internal memos or e-mail messages.
D)   The real work of revision should happen in the writing stage as you select words and form sentences.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Once you master your business writing skills, you will begin to write perfect first drafts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Concise writing

Accepted Answer

A)   should be used only in informal business documents such as e-mail messages.
B)   is easier to read and comprehend.
C)   is improved during the proofreading step of the third phase of the writing process.
D)   should be avoided because it can come across as being abrupt and rude.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Which of the following sentences contains the best use of vivid adjectives without overkill?

Accepted Answer

A)   The resort offered luxurious suites with Jacuzzi tubs and saunas.
B)   The all-inclusive, top-notch resort offered luxurious, totally marvelous suites with incredible extras.
C)   The resort had nice rooms.
D)   All of the sentences use vivid adjectives effectively.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

In view of the fact that could be written more concisely as in light of this information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In describing sexual harassment in the workplace, Julia explains that Supervisors are getting burned in harassment lawsuits. Julia is using slang in this statement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Sans serif typefaces, such as Times New Roman, have small features at the ends of strokes and are frequently used for body text in business messages and longer documents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Smart business communicators use clichés such as think outside the box to show that they are familiar with current business terminology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Professional writers develop a system of writing and revising that works for them; they may revise at any point in the process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following expressions is most modern?

Accepted Answer

A)   Enclosed is
B)   Under separate cover
C)   Every effort will be made
D)   Please do not hesitate toE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Due to the fact that is a flabby phrase that could be written more concisely as

Accepted Answer

A)   About.
B)   Although.
C)   While.
D)   Because.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

The accountants performed an analysis of the financial statements. This sentence contains a verb that has been converted to a(n) ______________.

Accepted Answer

noun
Explanation:"Analysis" is...

Question 15

Using expressions such as pursuant to your request and thank you in advance adds a level of professionalism to business writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

You can streamline your writing and make it more emphatic by using vivid adverbs such as very, extremely, and actually as often as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

One reason concise messages are essential in business is that they save money by saving reading time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

You are more likely to find errors when proofreading on screen than on a printed copy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following best avoids a long lead-in?

Accepted Answer

A)   Yes, we will send the information you requested.
B)   This is to advise you that we will send the information you requested.
C)   You may be interested to learn that we will send the information you requested.
D)   I am writing this letter to inform you that we will send the information you requested.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following sentences is most effective?

Accepted Answer

A)   This is to inform you that your account is now up-to-date.
B)   At this point in time, your account is up-to-date.
C)   Due to the fact that we have just received your check, your account is up-to-date.
D)   Your account is now up-to-date.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 4: Revising Business Messages

____________ is composed of informal words with arbitrary and extravagantly changed meanings. These words quickly go out of fashion because they are no longer appealing when everyone begins to understand them.

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Business English is a necessary prerequisite for taking this course. This sentence is written as concisely as possible.

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You can streamline your writing and make it more emphatic by using vivid adverbs such as very, extremely, and actually as often as possible.

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Professional writers develop a system of writing and revising that works for them; they may revise at any point in the process.

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One reason concise messages are essential in business is that they save money by saving reading time.

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Due to the fact that is a flabby phrase that could be written more concisely as

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The accountants performed an analysis of the financial statements. This sentence contains a verb that has been converted to a(n) ______________.

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Which of the following sentences is most effective?

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Which of the following sentences contains the best use of vivid adjectives without overkill?

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In describing sexual harassment in the workplace, Julia explains that Supervisors are getting burned in harassment lawsuits. Julia is using slang in this statement.

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Which of the following expressions is most modern?

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Sans serif typefaces, such as Times New Roman, have small features at the ends of strokes and are frequently used for body text in business messages and longer documents.

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In view of the fact that could be written more concisely as in light of this information.

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Once you master your business writing skills, you will begin to write perfect first drafts.

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Smart business communicators use clichés such as think outside the box to show that they are familiar with current business terminology.

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Which of the following best avoids a long lead-in?

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Using expressions such as pursuant to your request and thank you in advance adds a level of professionalism to business writing.

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You are more likely to find errors when proofreading on screen than on a printed copy.

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Which of the following is true about writing and revising business documents?

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Concise writing

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