Adam Is Writing a Proposal to the Board of Directors

question 21

Multiple Choice

Adam is writing a proposal to the board of directors about an idea he has for a new product line.What should he do to best persuade the members to adopt his idea?

• A)Avoid using facts and figures as it may bore or confuse his readers.
• B)Show how his proposal will increase company revenues.
• C)Avoid mentioning any risks involved because doing so might scare the audience.
• D)Adam should do all of these.

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Definitions:

Reception

The act or process of receiving, such as how an audience receives and interprets a message.

Communication Process

The series of steps taken to convey messages effectively from sender to receiver.

Well-informed Sense

The state of having comprehensive knowledge or understanding about a particular subject or situation.

Informal Network

Unofficial channels of communication within an organization, not defined by the organizational structure.