Which of the Following Is True of the Executive Summary

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is True of the executive summary in a research report?

• A) It contains complex, detailed, or technical information not necessary for the formal report.
• B) It presents the major points of the report and should actually be written last.
• C) It contains background information necessary for a complete understanding of the report.
• D) It includes the questionnaire or data collection instrument used for the research project, interviewer forms, and detailed sampling maps.
• E) It must contain the name, position, employing organization, address, and telephone number of the person submitting the report.

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Shared goals that override individual differences and can only be achieved by cooperative efforts.

Shared Goals

Objectives or aims that are pursued by more than one person or group, often leading to cooperation in efforts to achieve the outcome.

Cooperation

The process of groups working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit.

Projection

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another.