devry Eng227 Week 2 - Quiz

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Question 1. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that best demonstrates use of active voice:

Student Answer: The project was completed by the installation crew on May 2.

On May 2, the project was completed.

The installation crew completed the installation on May 2.

The project was completed.

Instructor Explanation: Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 0 of 2

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Question 2. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that demonstrates proper parallel structure:

Student Answer: Mr. Johnson was unable to predict the job completion date but was successful in convincing management the job was under control.

Mr. Johnson was unable to predict the job completion date but was able to convince management the job was under control.

Mr. Johnson was unable to predict the job completion date, but he was successful in convincing management the job was under control.

Instructor Explanation: Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 0 of 2

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Question 3. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates conciseness:

Student Answer: Our office is located in close proximity to the airport.

Our office is near the SFO airport.

Our office is located in close proximity to the SFO airport.

Instructor Explanation: Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 2 of 2

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Question 4. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates tone:

Student Answer: We don’t make refunds on merchandise that is soiled.

We offer refunds on items returned in their original condition.

We don’t offer refunds on items not returned in their original condition.

Instructor Explanation: Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 0 of 2

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Question 5. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates the you attitude:

Student Answer: You failed to attach the document to your email

I didn’t see an attachment in the email you sent.

Please re-send the attachment.

Instructor Explanation: Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 0 of 2

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Question 6. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Please send us a check for $45.95, plus tax.

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Question 7. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Jack resents his assistant because he is competitive.

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Question 8. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: As per your suggestion, we will not attempt to make alterations or changes in the

blueprints at this point in time.

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Question 9. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: The evaluation was performed by us.

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Question 10. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Your order has been delayed because you failed to include the correct credit information.

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Question 11. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: We apologize for inconveniencing you during our remodeling.

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Question 12. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: A pilot must have the ability to stay calm under pressure, and then he must be trained to cope with any problem that arises.

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Question 13. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: While a few nearby residents initially opposed our expansion plan, we think we have their support to proceed as scheduled.

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Question 14. Question : (TCO 1) Combine the following sentences into one.

The world’s population will grow.

It grew from 4 billion in 1975.

It reached 6.5 billion in 2000.

This is an increase of more than 50 percent.

Question 15. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: The Small Business Administration provides a variety of ways in which it aids small businesses. These services include loans (both private and government), helping out with the procurement of government contracts, and provision of management training and consulting.

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