The Primary Purpose of Business Writing Is Typically to Inform

question 84

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of business writing is typically to inform or persuade; a common secondary purpose is to

• A) promote goodwill.
• B) comply with governmental regulations.
• C) create written documentation.
• D) avoid lawsuits.

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Definitions:

Marketing

The business process of identifying, anticipating, and satisfying customers' needs and desires through the creation and exchange of value.

Everyday Life

The daily activities, routines, interactions, and experiences of ordinary people.

Public Relations

The practice of managing the spread of information between an organization and the public.

Edward Bernays

was an American pioneer in the field of public relations and propaganda, widely considered the father of public relations for his groundbreaking work in the early 20th century.