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 ==== Reports ====
+A report is a concise, easily understandable document that presents technical information in a clear, organized format, allowing readers to access varying levels of information. Reports are categorized as informal, such as briefs, and formal, such as research, scientific, and completion reports.  {{sfn|Johnson-Sheehan |2018|p=Chap 10 & 11}}
+'''Informal Reports'''
+Brief reports provide an objective overview of an organization's current state, past events, and future plans, ensuring that readers are well-informed about the organization's operations.  Brief reports are categorized into three subcategories:
+* Progress reports inform management about the progress or status of a project.
+*
+* White papers educate management or clients about important issues.
+'''Formal Reports'''
+A formal report is a factual and data-driven response to a research question.
+* Research reports present the findings of a study.
+*
+* Scientific research reports outline the process, progress, and results of technical or scientific research or the current state of a research problem.
+*
+* Completion reports assess the outcomes of a project or initiative and provide feedback to management or the client.
 ==== Resumes ====