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==== Reports ====
==== 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.
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* 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.
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* Scientific research reports outline the process, progress, and results of technical or scientific research or the current state of a research problem.
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* Completion reports assess the outcomes of a project or initiative and provide feedback to management or the client.


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