Memos

Memo is short for "Memorandum" or "something to be remembered." The original language of this term is

• Latin

• Gaelic

• Spanish

• German

Your memo should specifically state if and what kind of this is needed.

• headings

• lists

• letterhead

• reply

Using these features makes your document (letter, memo, presentation, etc) easier to understand, use and visually appealing

• headings

• lists

• letterhead

• reply

What are the SIX parts of a business memo?

• To, From, Date, Subject, Task, Closing

• Heading, Opening, Context, Task, Discussion, Closing

• Sender's Address, Date, Inside Address, Salutation, Body, Closing

• Recipient's Email Address, Subject, Salutation, Body, Closing, Signature

In a memo, what percentage of the message should the HEADING be?

• 1/8 (12.5%)

• 1/4 (25%)

• 1/2 (50%)

In a memo, what percentage of the message should the CLOSING and any optional attachments be?

• 1/8 (12.5%)

• 1/4 (25%)

• 1/2 (50%)

In a memo, what percentage of the message should the DISCUSSION and optional summary be?

• 1/8 (12.5%)

• 1/4 (25%)

• 1/2 (50%)

What is the primary purpose of a memo?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To question

Which part of a memo provides the main message or information?

• Heading

• Opening

• Discussion

• Closing

In a business setting, who is typically the recipient of a memo?

• External clients

• Internal staff

• General public

• Media