Where in a business report would the writer spell out exactly what should happen next and provide a schedule with specific task assignments?

A) In the restatement of qualifications
B) In the motivating action section of the close
C) In the conclusions and recommendation sections of the body
D) In the review of arguments in the close
E) In the work plan section of the body


Answer: B
Explanation: B) When closing a business report, the close can be organized in one of three ways: using a direct approach, an indirect approach, or motivating action approach. When using the motivating action approach, spell out exactly what should happen next and provide a schedule with specific task assignments.

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