Writing reports and other documents is an important method of communication. If the writer makes sure the report addresses what is required, that it is appropriate to the audience and that the arguments and other content are well constructed, it is an excellent method of communication that provides a record that can be referred to on later occasions. The disadvantage is that it is difficult to retract things that have been written, so it is particularly important to give proper time, attention and skill to make sure that you have presented the material in the best way that you can.

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