$3.$ Analyzing the Problem, Defining the Purpose, and Collecting Data

Business reports require planning. Before you begin writing a report, you should define the project and gather data.

After writing a problem statement for your report, the next step is to $.$

What are the typical sources for gathering factual data for informal reports? Check all that apply.

Observation

Surveys and questionnaires

Electronic resources

Interviews

How can surveys and questionnaires be used to gather data for informal reports?

Surveys and questionnaires can be used to collect confidential information for informal performance reviews.

Surveys and questionnaires should be used only to gather data for formal reports.

Surveys and questionnaires allow you to collect data efficiently and economically from groups of people.

Which research tool would be most effective when gathering data on how employees feel about carpooling?

Company records

Surveys

Observation

Printed material

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