OSC Business Writing

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a business memo?

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To communicate internally within an organization

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To communicate externally with clients

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To replace a formal contract

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To advertise company services

Question 2

In business writing, 'conciseness' means:

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Expressing ideas clearly using the fewest necessary words

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Using as many words as possible

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Writing in bullet points only

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Avoiding punctuation

Question 3

What is the standard format for a US business letter date line?

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March 21, 2026

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21/03/2026

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03-21-26

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21 March 26

Question 4

A business report's 'recommendations' section should:

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Propose specific actions based on the report's findings

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Restate all the data collected

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List all team members

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Summarize the methodology only

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of passive voice in business writing?

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The budget was approved by the manager.

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The manager approved the budget.

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We will submit the report tomorrow.

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The team completed the project.

Question 6

When proofreading a business document, what should you check first?

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Accuracy of facts, names, and figures

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Font size

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Page border style

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Header color