~~Use bulleted lists rather than burying data in paragraphs; it's harder to read and comprehend when buried so.

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~~Use graphs and charts well. Here's a blog post which shows how data can be used and/or misused: http://blogs.chron.com/sciguy/archives/2007/02/how_anyone_can_1.html

~~Don't assume your readers will automatically make all the assumptions you make. Explain, explain.

~~Don't use jargon that your readers may not be familiar with -- to that end, it's probably better not to use jargon at all!

~~Don't use acronyms unless you explain them completely.

Other teachers may have further suggestions for you.

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What strategies might you use to communicate the use of data effectively in written business reports