The First Step in Preparing a Proposal Is to ________

question 25

Multiple Choice

The first step in preparing a proposal is to ________.

• A)identify the level of persuasion it will require
• B)develop a clear idea of your purpose
• C)determine the appropriate form of the proposal
• D)establish audience benefits
• E)counter potential objections

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

This is a subsidiary asset account created to approximate the amount of accounts receivable that could potentially be non-collectable.

Bad Debts Expense

An expense account reflecting estimated uncollectible amounts from customers for credit sales made in a specific period.

Aging of Accounts Receivable

A process of categorizing accounts receivable according to the length of time an invoice has been outstanding.

Balance Sheet Approach

An approach to international financial management that focuses on maintaining balance sheet integrity by managing assets and liabilities across different currencies.