Analyzing the Problem (determining what the REAL problems are and whether they are WORTH solving), identifying appropriate CRITERIA by which to judge solutions, and adopting the appropriate FORMAT for your audience are the key components of this project. Be sure you have a good understanding of the nature of your receiver and the possible BENEFITS and COSTS of your study for that receiver. Requirements for report: FIVE to NINE (5) pages of written text, excluding graphs and tables, A brief, two page proposal is required for your Recommendation Report. pages of written text, excluding graphs and tables, FIVE sources, some portion of which must be published material; other sources can be interviews and the Internet. Use of graphics, when appropriate Proper format for reports as in our textbook: cover page, title page, letter of transmittal, table of contents, list of tables/graphs/illustrations, executive summary, introduction, body (with headings and subheadings), summary and conclusions, recommendations, reference page Executive format or traditional format, depending on receive Identify and justify your problem Set your objectives Determine limitations (what can and cannot be done) Create solutions Test solutions: logically (determine criteria); scientifically (surveys or physical tests)