Question 1

A complete communication is thorough, containing all pertinent parts and information.

Accepted Answer

A complete communication includes all necessary details and components to ensure the message is fully understood by the recipient.

Question 2

____ means relevant and important.

Accepted Answer

Pertinent means relevant and important.

Question 3

Which of the following is a problem created by incomplete communications? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Incomplete communications can imply ignorance or carelessness, may need to be redone, and can be difficult to follow. However, it does not inherently lead to issues of credit attribution.

Question 4

Which of the following is not a guideline for developing a complete communication presented in Chapter 7? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 5

Credible people are thorough.

Accepted Answer

Credible people are often thorough because they pay attention to details and ensure accuracy, which helps establish their reliability and trustworthiness.

Question 6

The terms "complete" and "long" can be used interchangeably, meaning that to be complete is to be long.

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The answer of The terms "complete" and "long" can be...

Question 7

Which of the following is not a tip for ensuring that you include all pertinent information?

Accepted Answer

Defining every term is not necessary for ensuring all pertinent information is included; it may be excessive and not always relevant to the context.

Question 8

One way to be sure you include all pertinent information is to present balanced coverage of items, such as positive and negative information for both items being compared rather than just positive information for one item and negative information for the other item.

Accepted Answer

Balanced coverage ensures that all relevant aspects of the items being compared are considered, providing a comprehensive view rather than a biased one.

Question 9

It is impossible for there to be too much information about a topic.

Accepted Answer

Too much information can lead to information overload, making it difficult to process and understand the topic effectively.

Question 10

Where ____ refers to the level of detail and specificity, ____ refers to the range or extent of the topic.

Accepted Answer

Depth refers to the level of detail and specificity, while breadth refers to the range or extent of the topic.

Question 11

In general, the broader your treatment of a topic, the less depth you can achieve.

Accepted Answer

When covering a topic broadly, you must allocate time and resources to cover many aspects, which limits the depth you can go into each specific aspect.

Question 12

Which of the following situations illustrates the problem of too little information? Select all that apply.

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The answer of Which of the following situations illustrates the...

Question 13

Most research has one or more flaws.

Accepted Answer

Most research has one or more flaws due to limitations in methodology, sample size, biases, or other factors inherent in the research process.

Question 14

Although it can be tempting to gloss over or side-step gaps and flaws in information, as professionals we need to address information deficits directly and transparently.

Accepted Answer

Addressing information deficits directly and transparently is crucial for maintaining integrity and trust in professional settings.

Question 15

A(n) ____ is a formal account of an experiment or some other procedure used to obtain results.

Accepted Answer

A lab report is a formal account of an experiment or procedure used to document the methods, results, and conclusions.

Question 16

An effective lab report prevents replication.

Accepted Answer

An effective lab report should provide enough detail and clarity to allow others to replicate the experiment and verify the results.

Question 17

____ is when documented steps can be followed to achieve the same results.

Accepted Answer

Replication is the process of following documented steps to achieve the same results, often used in scientific experiments to verify findings.

Question 18

To permit replication, a lab report must be…. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A lab report must be correct, complete, and precise to permit replication.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a section in a lab report, as presented in Chapter 7?

Accepted Answer

"Theoretical Framework" is not typically a section in a lab report. Lab reports usually include sections like Objectives, Methods (or Steps Taken), and Results (or Relevant Findings).

Question 20

Which of the following is not a best practice for developing compelling lab reports?

Accepted Answer

Using innovative procedures is not a best practice for lab reports, as they should follow established methods to ensure reliability and reproducibility.

Quiz 7: Completeness