.Determine whether information has to be documented. Imagine that you’re writing a case study report about the bookseller Barnes & Noble. Which of the following information has to be documented in a report?
a. Barnes & Noble’s corporate headquarters is located at 122 Fifth Avenue, New York City, New York.
b. The company’s online division uses the website www.bn.com.
c. The company’s online division generates 10% of the company’s revenue.
d. Michael Huseby is the CEO of Barnes & Noble. e. Barnes & Noble closed its Lincoln Center store in New York City. f. Most stores are between 10,000 and 60,000 square feet.
Answer:
The information that has to be documented in a report is option C, as it tells us about the bookseller. Option e can also be included if we have to choose more than one option.
.Determine whether information has to be documented. Imagine that you’re writing a case study report about...
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