A Good Way to De-Emphasize Bad News Is to _____________

question 72

Multiple Choice

A good way to de-emphasize bad news is to _____________

• A)maximize the space devoted to it.
• B)say,"I trust our decision is satisfactory."
• C)avoid stating it and hope that the reader understands what you mean.
• D)bury it in the middle of a sentence or paragraph.

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Definitions:

Past Cost Data

Historical financial information on the costs associated with production, operations, or projects, used for planning and analysis.

Technology

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.

Production Methods

Various techniques and processes used in the creation of goods and services, ranging from manual labor to advanced manufacturing technologies.

Standard Cost Systems

Accounting systems that use standards for each element of manufacturing cost entering into the finished product.