In a Story Mentioned in the Text, the Importance of Proofreading

question 15

Multiple Choice

In a story mentioned in the text, the importance of proofreading in writing was highlighted by

• A) courses given at Fortune 500 companies for proofreading.
• B) professional communicators rated grammar as more important and teachers rated mechanics as more important.
• C) teachers rating it as more important than professional communicators.
• D) a misplaced decimal and a misplaced comma.

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Definitions:

Organizational Culture

The shared values, beliefs, norms, and practices that shape the social and psychological environment of an organization.

Commitment

A state of being dedicated or loyal to a cause, activity, or job; fully engaging in an activity or duty.

Informational Control

The ability to manage and utilize information effectively to guide behavior and decisions, often impacting perceptions of control over the environment.

Assertiveness

The quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive, enabling clear and effective communication of one's needs or desires.