Why Is It Important to Be Honest in an Informational

question 8

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to be honest in an informational report when you have to share bad news?

• A) Withholding bad news can mislead readers.
• B) Being honest is the ethical thing to do.
• C) Sponsors or supervisors of a project have a right to know what is going on.
• D) All responses are correct.

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Definitions:

Responding Requests

The process of reply to inquiries or demands made by others, often in a timely and appropriate manner.

New Message

A recently created or received piece of communication, typically in written form, conveyed between individuals or groups.

Routine Request Format

A standard format used in communications to make requests that are ordinary and recurring within business operations.

Demanding Tone

A manner of communication that is authoritative and insists on immediate attention or compliance.