This document discusses different types of written research reports for presenting results, including short reports, short reports in memorandum format, and long reports. Short reports are for well-defined problems and are usually 5 pages or fewer, and can include a findings summary attached to a letter or transmittal or be in the form of an internal memorandum. Short reports in memorandum format directly answer an inquiry with supporting details in an expository style. Long reports include technical reports and management reports for more complex problems and analyses.
This document discusses different types of written research reports for presenting results, including short reports, short reports in memorandum format, and long reports. Short reports are for well-defined problems and are usually 5 pages or fewer, and can include a findings summary attached to a letter or transmittal or be in the form of an internal memorandum. Short reports in memorandum format directly answer an inquiry with supporting details in an expository style. Long reports include technical reports and management reports for more complex problems and analyses.
This document discusses different types of written research reports for presenting results, including short reports, short reports in memorandum format, and long reports. Short reports are for well-defined problems and are usually 5 pages or fewer, and can include a findings summary attached to a letter or transmittal or be in the form of an internal memorandum. Short reports in memorandum format directly answer an inquiry with supporting details in an expository style. Long reports include technical reports and management reports for more complex problems and analyses.
Written Research Report Short report For well-defined, limited-scope problems with straight-forward methodology Usually 5 or fewer pages Formats Findings summary (graphical or tabular) attached to letter of transmittal Business letter Internal memorandum Short Report (Memorandum) Reason for writing Answer direct inquiry with specific answer and supporting detail Expository style with brevity and directness Attach detailed materials as appendices when needed Long report Technical report Management report