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Basic Grant Writing MCQ

1. Which of the following statement(s) does NOT apply to endowment funds?

Endowment funds are kept permanently as a fixed deposit, and the interest is used for the benefit of the organization.

Endowment funds are disbursed as gifts and awards.

Funders provide endowment funds to organizations that they have previously funded.

Donors sanction endowment funds to those organizations that have proven their fiscal and administrative capability.

Answer

Correct Answer: Endowment funds are disbursed as gifts and awards.

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2. Which of the following costs should be included in the budget section of a grant proposal?

personnel costs (salaries, fringe benefits, contracts), infrastructure costs, indirect costs (overhead)

non-personnel costs (space, equipment rental, supplies)

personnel costs (salaries, fringe benefits, contracts), non-personnel costs (space, equipment rental, supplies), indirect costs (overhead)

Answer

Correct Answer: personnel costs (salaries, fringe benefits, contracts), non-personnel costs (space, equipment rental, supplies), indirect costs (overhead)

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3. What is a grant proposal?

A letter written with the aim of receiving financial help.

A proposal written by a donor to a grant seeker offering funding.

A proposal written with the aim of receiving financial help.

Answer

Correct Answer: A proposal written with the aim of receiving financial help.

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4. Which of the following statements regarding proposal presentation is TRUE?

Grant proposals should be covered by fancy paper.

Grant proposals should be presented in an expensive binding.

Grant proposals should look shabby to indicate the necessity and paucity of funds.

Grant proposals should be devoid of any pretentious presentation elements.

Answer

Correct Answer: Grant proposals should be devoid of any pretentious presentation elements.

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5. Which of the following tactics should not be used when stating the problem in a grant proposal?

Take a roundabout course before actually stating the specific problem.

Use statistics to support the problem or issue.

Demonstrate your knowledge of the issue or problem.

Demonstrate the public relevance of the problem.

Answer

Correct Answer: Take a roundabout course before actually stating the specific problem.

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6. Applying to more than one grant donor at a time is not an accepted practice.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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7. What is the difference between "goals" and "objectives" in a grant proposal?

Goals are broad statements of what the applicant aims to accomplish; objectives are operational and more specific. Both should be included in the grant proposal.

Goals are broad statements of what the applicant aims to accomplish; objectives are operational and more specific. If the goals have been stated, the applicant is not required to state the objectives.

Objectives are broad statements of what the applicant aims to accomplish; goals are operational and more specific. Only objectives need to be included in a grant proposal.

Answer

Correct Answer: Goals are broad statements of what the applicant aims to accomplish; objectives are operational and more specific. Both should be included in the grant proposal.

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8. The term "achievement gap" as used in a grant proposal refers to ___________________.

the gap between the proposed milestones and the achieved milestones

the difference between how well low-income and minority children perform on standardized tests as compared with their peers

the grant seeker's superior achievement record over those of other charitable institutions

Answer

Correct Answer: the difference between how well low-income and minority children perform on standardized tests as compared with their peers

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9. General Funds awarded as a grant can be used for which of the following?

Building

Curriculum

Emergency

Special projects

All of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above

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10. Which of the following practices would create a good impression on the donor?

Asking the funding source to change its guidelines

Overselling your intent or capabilities

Being overly descriptive

Being specific about the aims

Answer

Correct Answer: Being specific about the aims

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11. Which of the following should be included on the Research Information Sheet?

Contact information and documentation

Contact history, funding source profile, and proposal information

Contact information and documentation, contact history, funding source profile, and proposal information

Answer

Correct Answer: Contact information and documentation, contact history, funding source profile, and proposal information

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12. Which of the following should be included in the Evaluation Plan?

An assurance to the prospective funding agency that their investment in the applicant's organization is a good one.

A plan for evaluation and how its results will be reported to the donor.

A direct reference to the applicant's objectives.

Answer

Correct Answer: A plan for evaluation and how its results will be reported to the donor.

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13. Including _________ data in a grant application would create a good impression.

the maximum possible

the minimum possible

all relevant

Answer

Correct Answer: all relevant

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14. An applicant may seek a grant from___________.

anyone

only those private foundations that have been associated with giving grants

the government and those private foundations which have been associated with giving grants

Answer

Correct Answer: the government and those private foundations which have been associated with giving grants

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15. Given the fact that donors receive hundreds of proposals, which of the following is considered the most important section of a grant proposal?

Title

Summary/abstract

Evaluation

Answer

Correct Answer: Summary/abstract

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16. The term "discretionary grants" refers to ______________.

grants that are at the discretion of the management

grants that are not earmarked for a specific purpose

grants that are applied for directly to the Federal Government

Answer

Correct Answer: grants that are applied for directly to the Federal Government

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17. "What," "When," and "Why" are the important components of the Objectives section of a grant proposal.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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18. If a grant proposal is not being submitted in response to a Request for Application, the grant applicant should speak to the concerned official to ask about the ideas and hypotheses he or she is including in the grant proposal

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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19. Seed money can be used for which of the following?

Landscaping and maintaining gardens

Staff salaries

Starting new organizations

Books and computers

Answer

Correct Answer: Starting new organizations

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20. A good grant proposal should demonstrate which of the following?

What the project hopes to accomplish

That the applicant has the necessary expertise to accomplish the goals and objectives

A detailed history of the organization seeking the grant

The national impact and cost effectiveness of the project

Evaluation and dissemination plans

Answer

Correct Answer: A detailed history of the organization seeking the grant

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21. Which of the following is irrelevant when it comes to drafting a grant proposal?

Gathering background information

Thinking about the target audience

Identifying the individual or organization seeking the grant

Listing the applicant's strengths and priorities

The stability of the donor in the market

Answer

Correct Answer: The stability of the donor in the market

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22. What type of language should be used on the title page of a grant proposal?

Jargon

Abbreviations

Trendy words

Flowery language

Explicit and creative

Ambiguous

Answer

Correct Answer: Explicit and creative

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23. Which of the following statement about Evaluation Plans is true?

An Evaluation Plan tells the prospective funding agency how the applicant will be using the funds.

An Evaluation Plan should include formative evaluation/process evaluation and summative/product evaluation process

An Evaluation Plan presents the budget details.

An Evaluation Plan should make a direct reference to the applicant's objectives.

Answer

Correct Answer: An Evaluation Plan presents the budget details.

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24. Goals and objectives should not overlap in a grant proposal.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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25. What type of language should NOT be used in a grant proposal?

Language that makes the proposal interesting to read.

Language that conveys that the grant seeker is action-oriented and enthusiastic about the project.

Language that conveys that the grant seeker is over-enthusiastic about the project.

Answer

Correct Answer: Language that conveys that the grant seeker is over-enthusiastic about the project.

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26. The term "grantee" refers to _______________ .

the person, institution, district, or other entity that receives a grant

the person or institution that sanctions a grant

Answer

Correct Answer: the person, institution, district, or other entity that receives a grant

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27. If the stated page limit for a grant proposal is 25 pages, how many pages long should the proposal be?

25 pages or fewer

Exactly 25 pages

The limit can be exceeded by 5 pages.

Answer

Correct Answer: 25 pages or fewer

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28. Formula funds that are not allocated to a specific category and that can be distributed more flexibly are called _______________.

block grants

flexi-funds

utility grants

general funds

Answer

Correct Answer: block grants

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29. Which of the following choices demonstrates the correct flow of subheadings in the Executive Summary of a grant proposal?

Problem → Solution → Funding Requirements → Organization and Its Expertise

Problem → Solution → Organization and Its Expertise → Funding Requirements

Answer

Correct Answer: Problem → Solution → Funding Requirements → Organization and Its Expertise

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30. What is the purpose of including resumes in the appendices of a grant proposal?

To present the applicant's qualifications

To show the history of the institution seeking the grant

To demonstrate the applicant's work ethic and commitment

To elaborate on the institution's need for funds

Answer

Correct Answer: To show the history of the institution seeking the grant

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31. Figures and statistics should be provided in a grant proposal.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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32. Which of the following statements regarding emergency funds is NOT true?

Emergency funds are kept in reserve for emergency use.

Emergency funds are one-time grants.

Emergency funds can cover immediate, short-term funding needs on an emergency basis.

Answer

Correct Answer: Emergency funds are kept in reserve for emergency use.

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33.
Select the option(s) that best complete the following sentence.
A _________ is an individual or organization that awards a grant.

donor

grantor

grantee

a and b

Answer

Correct Answer:

a and b

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34. How many specific aims can be included in a grant application?

Two to three

Any number

The applicant should talk to the sponsor before writing the aims

Answer

Correct Answer: Two to three

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35. The term "capital funding" refers to _____________ .

Renovation Fund

Building Fund

Bricks and Mortar Fund

All of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above

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36. The __________should not be stated in the Executive Summary of a grant proposal.

individual or organization seeking the grant

location of the organization seeking funds

details of the proposed project

reasons for seeking a grant

Answer

Correct Answer: details of the proposed project

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37. Individuals cannot receive grants; only organizations can receive grants.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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38. The summary or abstract of a grant proposal should be written ___________.

before writing the proposal

after writing the proposal

Answer

Correct Answer: after writing the proposal

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39. Which of the following statements about concept papers is NOT true?

A concept paper is a synopsis of the grant proposal.

A concept paper is a brief description of the needs to be addressed, who is to carry out the project, what is to be accomplished and by what means, how long it will take, how the accomplishments will be measured, plans for the future, how much it will cost, and the ways the proposal relates to the mission of the funding source.

A concept paper is the abstract included in the grant proposal.

Developing a concept paper is excellent preparation for writing the final grant proposal.

Answer

Correct Answer: A concept paper is the abstract included in the grant proposal.

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40. Which of the following is the most appropriate font for printing a grant proposal?

Times or Arial, size 10–12

Verdana, size 10

Calibri, size 12

Any font can be used.

Answer

Correct Answer: Times or Arial, size 10–12

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41. An applicant should not use ____________ in a grant proposal.

active voice

jargon

short sentences

simple words

Answer

Correct Answer: jargon

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42. The geographical region of the organization seeking a grant should be included in the grant proposal.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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43. Which of the following would mar the quality of a good grant proposal?

Readability

Good organization of all the sections

A request for more funds than are required

An explicit statement of the motive and proposed use of funds

Answer

Correct Answer: A request for more funds than are required

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44. Which of the following should be used in a grant proposal?

Rhetoric

Hyperbole

Euphemisms

Milestones

Answer

Correct Answer: Milestones

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45. Which of the following should not be included in the Summary of a grant proposal?

Who the applicant is

What the project is

How much funding is required

The follow-up plan after the project is completed

Answer

Correct Answer: The follow-up plan after the project is completed

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46.
Complete the following statement by selecting the correct sequence of words.
The Executive Summary of a grant proposal should mention _____, _ , and ___.

the problem, the solution, funding requirements, the organization and its expertise

the problem, the solution, funding requirements, the use of funds

the problem, funding requirements, the evaluation plan, and the use of funds

Answer

Correct Answer:

the problem, the solution, funding requirements, the organization and its expertise

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47. Grant proposals follow which of the following themes?

Grantor – grant seeker

Problem – solution

Individual – society

Answer

Correct Answer: Problem – solution

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48. Which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

An applicant with little existing funding may be given priority based on the project proposal.

An applicant with a good track record may be given priority based on the project proposal.

An applicant with good existing funds may be given priority based on the project proposal

a and b

Answer

Correct Answer: a and b

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49. Out of Renovation Fund, Building Fund, and General Funds, which come under the same category?

Renovation Fund and Building Fund

Building Fund and General Funds

General Funds and Renovation Fund

Answer

Correct Answer: Renovation Fund and Building Fund

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50. An applicant can make use of appendices to present any data that has not been included in the body of the grant application.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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51. Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A grantee can seek only monetary grants.

In addition to monetary assistance, a grantee can seek equipment,

professional help, or technical help.

Answer

Correct Answer: In addition to monetary assistance, a grantee can seek equipment,
professional help, or technical help.

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52.
Rate the following elements of a grant proposal in ascending order of importance.
1.Business proposal
2.Public purpose
3.Requirement of funds
4.Bold and innovative plan

2, 1, 4, 3

2, 3, 4, 1

3, 2, 4, 1

Answer

Correct Answer:

2, 3, 4, 1

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53. Which of the following points should be kept in mind when drafting a grant proposal?

Grant applications pass through a multi-review process.

Grant applications are reviewed for completeness and relevance.

Confusing explanations and incomplete information can undermine the impact of a grant proposal.

All of the above should be kept in mind when drafting a grant proposal.

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above should be kept in mind when drafting a grant proposal.

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54. Building and renovation funds cannot be used for which of the following?

Furnishings

Construction

Rehabilitating

Remodeling

Answer

Correct Answer: Furnishings

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55. Which of the following represents the best way of spending a grant?

Using the grant for any purpose of the grant seeker.

Using the grant only for those purposes specified by the sponsor.

Using the grant for the purposes of the seeker, which have been approved by the sponsor.

Answer

Correct Answer: Using the grant for the purposes of the seeker, which have been approved by the sponsor.

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56. Which of the following expressions might indicate that the grant seeker does not have conviction about the project?

Possible results might be ...

We will ...

We would like to include ...

Programs will include ...

a and c

Answer

Correct Answer: a and c

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57. In terms of writing style, a grant proposal most closely resembles which of these?

An academic essay

A government document

A journalism article

A research journal article

Answer

Correct Answer: A journalism article

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58. Which of these strategies would NOT be considered an active dissemination strategy for a university grant?

Publication of research articles

Consultation with colleagues at similar institutions

Hosting of a webinar for interested constituents

The addition of a new unit to an existing course at the university

Answer

Correct Answer: Publication of research articles

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59. True or False? All projects should have both formative and summative evaluations.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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60. Which of the following would NOT qualify as an in-kind contribution in a grant proposal budget?

Office space

Staff time

Volunteer hours

Donated supplies

Answer

Correct Answer: Donated supplies

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61. True or False? Several Principal Investigators can share responsibility for implementation of a grant.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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62. Where can the full text for Requests for Proposals issued by federal agencies always be found?

Congressional Record

Federal Register

www.grants.gov

Agency web site

Answer

Correct Answer: Federal Register

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63. What is the primary purpose of dissemination?

Duplication

Education

Innovation

Replication

Answer

Correct Answer: Replication

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64. How many grant funding programs does the federal government offer?

500-1000

1000-1500

1500-2000

2000-2500

Answer

Correct Answer: 1500-2000

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65. Which of the following statements concerning indirect rates is NOT true?

Some foundations do not publically state their indirect rates.

Some funders restrict indirect rates to a certain percentage of the budget.

Some funders do not allow indirect costs.

Agencies set their own indirect rates.

Answer

Correct Answer: Agencies set their own indirect rates.

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66. What is the major reason foundation propoals are rejected?

The foundation doesn't have enough funding for every request

The evaluation plan is not algined with the objectives

The project does not match the foundation's priorities

The grant seeker did not follow the proposal guidelines correctly

Answer

Correct Answer: The foundation doesn't have enough funding for every request

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67. What is the policy for multiple submissions of grant proposals?

Multiple submissions are allowed and are considered a sign of commitment on the part of the grant seeker

Similar to journal article submissions, a grant must be accepted or rejected before the proposal may be submitted to another agency.

Multiple submissions require permission from the first funding agency.

Multiple submissions are frowned upon because they indicate money chasing.

Answer

Correct Answer: Multiple submissions are allowed and are considered a sign of commitment on the part of the grant seeker

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68. How long is the typical review period for a federal grant proposal?

9-12 months

6-9 months

12-15 months

3-6 months

Answer

Correct Answer: 6-9 months

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69. Which of these is an example of a well-written goal?

This project will improve literacy among English as a Second Language learners in the Largo community.

This project will increase reading proficiency among English as a Second Language learners by 10% each year.

This project will assess literacy progress of participants on a quarterly basis.

This project will provide literacy tutoring to at least 100 English as a Second Language learners in Largo.

Answer

Correct Answer: This project will improve literacy among English as a Second Language learners in the Largo community.

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70. Which of these is NOT true about a formative evaluation?

It gives feedback on how well the process is working.

It indicates whether the project achieved its objectives.

It charts progress of the project.

It helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

Answer

Correct Answer: It indicates whether the project achieved its objectives.

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71. Which of the following is an example of a well written goal?

The Healthy People project will identify all homeless individuals in three Alabama counties during Year 1 of the project.

The Healthy People project seeks to improve the health of homeless individuals.

The Healthy People project will register 500 homeless individuals in the Affordable Healthcare program during each year of the 3-year project.

The Healthy People project seeks to improve the health of homeless individuals in three Alabama counties.

Answer

Correct Answer: The Healthy People project seeks to improve the health of homeless individuals in three Alabama counties.

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72. Which of these would NOT be included in a proposal timeline?

Action steps

Date

Objectives

Responsible individual or organization

Answer

Correct Answer: Objectives

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73. Which of these factors should first be considered when searching for potential foundation funding?

Geographic area

Common goals

Eligibility requirements

Number and amounts of awards given annually

Answer

Correct Answer: Common goals

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74. Which information is NOT usually found in an agency's Request for Proposals?

Eligibility criteria

Deadline

Number of awards to be made

Funder's mission

Answer

Correct Answer: Funder's mission

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75. If a Request for Proposals requires a preliminary and final proposal, what is the main purpose of the preliminary proposal?

To reduce the number of applicants for the final submission

To help the funder identify subject matter experts for the review panel

To alert the funder as to how many final proposals to expect

To give the funder an estimate of how much money is being requested

Answer

Correct Answer: To reduce the number of applicants for the final submission

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76. Which of these statements is NOT true about budgets?

Tell the same story as the narrative, only in financial terms

Include both direct and indirect costs

Figures can be rounded to the nearest dollar in most budgets.

Reflect cost sharing information, if required

Answer

Correct Answer: Figures can be rounded to the nearest dollar in most budgets.

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77. Which of the following items is generally NOT an allowable expense for federal grants?

Building renovation

Fringe benefits

Equipment

Travel

Answer

Correct Answer: Building renovation

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78. When should an external evaluator be brought into the grant writing process?

When the goals and objectives have been determined.

At the beginning of the planning process

When the narrative has been finalized

When a first draft of the narrative has been written

Answer

Correct Answer: At the beginning of the planning process

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79. Which of these is the LEAST likely outcome for a federal grant proposal?

Accepted at the requested level of funding

Rejected without reviewer's comments

Accepted with budget modifications

Rejected with reviewer's comments

Answer

Correct Answer: Rejected without reviewer's comments

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80. Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the Principal Investigator?

To provide accountability for conduct of the project

To conduct the project evaluation.

To provide fiscal responsibility

To provide direction for the project

Answer

Correct Answer: To conduct the project evaluation.

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81. Under what circumstances is it NOT appropriate to contact a program officer?

To ask if a funding decision has been made

To request a conference call to discuss a project idea

To seek clarification of proposal guidelines

To request feedback on a one-page project concept paper

Answer

Correct Answer: To ask if a funding decision has been made

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82. When a Principal Investigator considers potential people with whom to collaborate, what attribute would be LEAST important?

Individuals who add to but not duplicate the Principal Investigator's expertise

Individuals who are willing to agree to disagree

Individuals who have the time to commit

An impressive list of publications

Answer

Correct Answer: An impressive list of publications

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83. Which of the following statements about external evaluations is NOT true?

An external evaluation is generally more expensive.

An external evaluation generally takes longer than an internal one.

An external evaluation requires more coordination.

An external evaluation is generally more objective.

Answer

Correct Answer: An external evaluation generally takes longer than an internal one.

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84. Which of these statements about collaboration is NOT true?

Collaboration requires setting aside of egos.

(All of these)

Collaboration makes the planning process go faster.

Collaboration requires development of trust.

Answer

Correct Answer: Collaboration makes the planning process go faster.

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85. To apply for a federal grant, faith-based organizations must follow what process?

Faith-based organizations are not allowed to apply for federal grants.

Faith-based organizations must partner with a secular non-profit organization in order to apply for a grant.

Faith-based organizations are required to separate their religious activities from their secular social activities.

Faith-based organizations follow the same process as other nonprofit organizations.

Answer

Correct Answer: Faith-based organizations are required to separate their religious activities from their secular social activities.

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86. True or False? Through its eGrants program, the federal government allows electronic submission of grant applications but foundations still require paper submissions.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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87. True or False? Because reviewers of federal grant proposals use scoring rubrics, the grant review process is very objective.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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88. A seperate indirect cost rate agreement must be negotiated with each federal agency at the time of grant submission.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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89. Which of these parts would be found in program proposals but not research proposals?

Research Design

Hypothesis

(None of these)

Specific Aims

Answer

Correct Answer: (None of these)

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90. Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of a grant writer?

Interpreting proposal guidelines

Writing annual progress reports after the project is funded.

Convening planning meetings

Contacting potential collaborators

Answer

Correct Answer: Writing annual progress reports after the project is funded.

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91. Who are the primary reviewers of federal grant proposals?

Congressional members

Department staff members

Program officers

Peers who are experts in their fields

Answer

Correct Answer: Peers who are experts in their fields

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92. By law what percentage of the value of a foundation's assets must be donated to charitable causes?

Answer

Correct Answer: 5%

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93. There should be a direct link between the objectives and which other section of the proposal?

Dissemination

Budget

Abstract

Evaluation

Answer

Correct Answer: Evaluation

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94. Which of these expenses would NOT be considered indirect costs?

Consultant fees

Equipment rental

Rent

Utilities

Answer

Correct Answer: Consultant fees

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95. Which of these strategies should a grant writer NOT use to maximize space in a grant proposal?

Insert charts

Include bulleted lists

Create tables

Include acronyms

Answer

Correct Answer: Include acronyms

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96. If the quantitative part of the evaluation indicates if the project is meeting its objectives, what role does the qualitative part play?

It provides feedback on how well the project is following its timeline.

It provides an explanation of the data collected for the quantitative part.

It provides feedback on what effect(s) the program is having on participants.

It provides feedback on how well the project staff are performing their roles.

Answer

Correct Answer: It provides feedback on what effect(s) the program is having on participants.

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97. Which of the following is NOT true of pilot projects?

Funding for pilot projects is less competitive than for larger projects.

Pilot projects can provide valuable data to support future grant efforts.

Pilot projects help establish a "track record" for the applicant.

Pilot projects are smaller and less complex than larger grants.

Answer

Correct Answer: Funding for pilot projects is less competitive than for larger projects.

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98. Which of these strategies can grant applicants use when the indirect rate allowed by the funder is smaller than its federally negotiated indirect rate?

Accept the lower indirect rate now but try to negotiate it to be higher if the grant is awarded

(None of these)

Cost share the difference between the funder's fixed rate and the agency's indirect rate, if allowed

Ignore the allowable indirect rate

Answer

Correct Answer: Cost share the difference between the funder's fixed rate and the agency's indirect rate, if allowed

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99. True or False? Many private foundations do not issue Requests for Proposals.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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100. The greatest percentage of foundation awards go toward which type of support?

Program support

General support

Capital support

Research

Answer

Correct Answer: Program support

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101. Which of these words of advice is NOT appropriate for use of statistics in the needs section of the proposal?

Think large. The more global the data, the better.

Make sure the data used is relevant to the project need.

Think small. The more local the data, the better.

Use the most up-to-date statistics you can find.

Answer

Correct Answer: Think large. The more global the data, the better.

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102. Which of these statements about abstracts is NOT true?

Abstracts are often used to route proposals to appropriate reviewers.

Abstracts should be written for specialists as well as generalists.

Abstracts are the last written and least important part of a grant proposal.

Abstracts of funded projects are often posted on funder web sites.

Answer

Correct Answer: Abstracts are the last written and least important part of a grant proposal.

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103. What is the first step in developing a grant proposal?

Developing a draft budget

Planning the project

Contacting potential collaborators

Researching potential funders

Answer

Correct Answer: Planning the project

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104. How does the peer review process for federal grants work?

Each reviewer reads and assigns scores to proposal sections using the selection criteria. Then the review panel meets to discuss the proposals, reach consensus and rank the proposals .

Each reviewer reads the proposals but does not assign scores. The review panel then meets to discuss the proposals and collectively assigns scores. Then the proposals are ranked.

Each reviewer reads and assign scores to proposal sections using the selection criteria. The program officer adds the totals together and ranks the proposals.

Answer

Correct Answer: Each reviewer reads and assigns scores to proposal sections using the selection criteria. Then the review panel meets to discuss the proposals, reach consensus and rank the proposals .

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105. Which of these is the BEST idea for asking an outside reviewer to review the grant proposal before submission?

To see if the budget seems realistic

To read the narrative with "fresh eyes"

To pose questions

To see if anything was left out

Answer

Correct Answer: To read the narrative with "fresh eyes"

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106. Ture or false? Although federal grant reviewers may use scoring rubrics, the review process is subjective.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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107. Is it better to use "will" or "would" when writing a proposal?

"Would" because it is less presumptuous and the grant award has not been made

"Will" because it implies commitment and confidence

Writers should use a combination of "will' and "would" in their proposals.

Answer

Correct Answer: "Will" because it implies commitment and confidence

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108. True or False? Matching requirements for budgets never exceed 50%.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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109. Which of the following can greatly enhance an applicant's chances of being awarded a foundation grant but is less important when applying for government grants?

A history of grant funding

A well written proposal

Personal and professional connections

An accurate budget

Answer

Correct Answer: Personal and professional connections

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110. Which of these would NOT be found in a needs statement?

Stories that illustrate the need addressed

Research

Literature review

Statistical data

Answer

Correct Answer: Literature review

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111. What is the purpose of a letter of intent to a foundation?

To alert the foundation that a proposal is being developed

To solicit feedback from the funder on the project

To help the foundation determine if it would like to invite the applicant to submit a full proposal.

To introduce the applicant to the foundation

Answer

Correct Answer: To help the foundation determine if it would like to invite the applicant to submit a full proposal.

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112. In collaborative grant funded projects involving several organizations, how are contracts awarded?

Each organization receives a separate award from the funder but reports to the lead organization.

(None of these)

Each organization receives a separate award from the funder and reports directly to the funder.

The lead organization receives the award from the funder and then subcontracts with the other organizations for their portion of the work.

Answer

Correct Answer: The lead organization receives the award from the funder and then subcontracts with the other organizations for their portion of the work.

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113. What is the source of funding for most state grants?

Federal flow-through funds

State officials

State legislature

State universities

Answer

Correct Answer: Federal flow-through funds

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114. For what length of time do reviewers of federal grants serve on panels?

It varies, depending upon the agency

For one grant cycle only

3 years

1 year

Answer

Correct Answer: It varies, depending upon the agency

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115. "True or False?" Some reviewers only read the project abstract.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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116. Which of these BEST characterizes grant writing style?

Short and to the point

Clear and concise

Long explanations

Intellectual and readable

Answer

Correct Answer: Clear and concise

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117. Which of these is an example of a well-written objective?

Summer institutes will be held each year to attract female high school students to engage in engineering activities.

To support female students interested in engineering, a mentoring program will be developed and implemented.

The percentage of female students at Syracuse University majoring in engineering will increase.

By the end of the three-year project, the percentage of female students at Syracuse University majoring in engineering will increase by 5%.

Answer

Correct Answer: By the end of the three-year project, the percentage of female students at Syracuse University majoring in engineering will increase by 5%.

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118. Which statements are true about letters of support?

Should be general in nature

May be signed by anyone in the organization

Should describe commitments of partners

Should praise the funder

Answer

Correct Answer: Should describe commitments of partners

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119. Which of these strategies would NOT increase the chances of a Principal Investigator's federal grant being funded?

Reviewing abstracts of funded proposals

Having a conference call with a program officer

Calling his/her Congressional representatives and asking them to put in a good word for him/her

Reading proposals that have been funded

Answer

Correct Answer: Calling his/her Congressional representatives and asking them to put in a good word for him/her

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120. True or False? If a university grant proposal includes human subjects, the Institutional Review Board must provide approval before the project begins.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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121. Is it better to use active or passive voice when writing a grant proposal?

A combination of active and passive voices for variety

Passive voice

Active voice

Answer

Correct Answer: Active voice

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122. Which of the following would NOT be an example of eligibility criteria for an education-related grant?

District dropout rate

District poverty rate

District achievement test scores

Number of grant awarded to the district in the past

Answer

Correct Answer: Number of grant awarded to the district in the past

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123. What is the best way to format a proposal?

According to the guidelines, using identical headings in the same order as they appear in the Request for Proposals

Any way that makes the proposal easy to read

Any way that will allow you to make the most of page limitations

Any way that demonstrates creativity and good writing

Answer

Correct Answer: According to the guidelines, using identical headings in the same order as they appear in the Request for Proposals

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124. In a three-year project, plans for sustainability should begin during which year?

Year 1

Year 3

Year 2

Answer

Correct Answer: Year 1

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125. True or False? Exceeding the page limitations for a grant proposal may result in it not being reviewed.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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126. True or False? The number and amount of grants awarded by corporate foundations varies with the profits earned by the company.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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127. While there can be only one Principal Investigator of a project, how many co-Principal Investigators may be included on a grant proposal?

As many as can be justified in their roles and qualifications to accomplish the objectives of the project.

Answer

Correct Answer: As many as can be justified in their roles and qualifications to accomplish the objectives of the project.

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128. True or False? Because the National Institutes of Health (NIH) uses a modular budget approach for grants totaling $250,000 or less, it is not necessary to develop a detailed budget.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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129. If a subcontract is awarded, what organization is responsible for the subcontractor's work?

The subcontractor

The funding agency

The organization that received the grant

Answer

Correct Answer: The organization that received the grant

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130. True or False? It takes less planning to write a preliminary proposal than a final one.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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131. Some deadlines for federal grants are as few as how many days?

Answer

Correct Answer: 30

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132. Which of these is NOT considered a permissible method to deliver a paper copy of a grant application?

United States Postal Service

In person

Faxed copy

Overnight mail

Answer

Correct Answer: Faxed copy

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133. What is the best way to describe objectives?

Narrow and focused

Specific and measurable

Clear and concise

Answer

Correct Answer: Specific and measurable

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134. Which of the following is true about foundations?

Most foundations are large and award small grants.

Most foundations are large and award large grants.

Most foundations are small and award small grants.

Most foundations are small and award large grants.

Answer

Correct Answer: Most foundations are small and award small grants.

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135. True or false? The Foundation Center (www.foundationcenter.org) is a primary source of information for private foundation grant opportunities.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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1. Which of the following statement(s) does NOT apply to endowment funds?

2. Which of the following costs should be included in the budget section of a grant proposal?

3. What is a grant proposal?

4. Which of the following statements regarding proposal presentation is TRUE?

5. Which of the following tactics should not be used when stating the problem in a grant proposal?

6. Applying to more than one grant donor at a time is not an accepted practice.

7. What is the difference between "goals" and "objectives" in a grant proposal?

8. The term "achievement gap" as used in a grant proposal refers to ___________________.

9. General Funds awarded as a grant can be used for which of the following?

10. Which of the following practices would create a good impression on the donor?

11. Which of the following should be included on the Research Information Sheet?

12. Which of the following should be included in the Evaluation Plan?

13. Including _________ data in a grant application would create a good impression.

14. An applicant may seek a grant from___________.

15. Given the fact that donors receive hundreds of proposals, which of the following is considered the most important section of a grant proposal?

16. The term "discretionary grants" refers to ______________.

17. "What," "When," and "Why" are the important components of the Objectives section of a grant proposal.

18. If a grant proposal is not being submitted in response to a Request for Application, the grant applicant should speak to the concerned official to ask about the ideas and hypotheses he or she is including in the grant proposal

19. Seed money can be used for which of the following?

20. A good grant proposal should demonstrate which of the following?

21. Which of the following is irrelevant when it comes to drafting a grant proposal?

22. What type of language should be used on the title page of a grant proposal?

23. Which of the following statement about Evaluation Plans is true?

24. Goals and objectives should not overlap in a grant proposal.

25. What type of language should NOT be used in a grant proposal?

26. The term "grantee" refers to _______________ .

27. If the stated page limit for a grant proposal is 25 pages, how many pages long should the proposal be?

28. Formula funds that are not allocated to a specific category and that can be distributed more flexibly are called _______________.

29. Which of the following choices demonstrates the correct flow of subheadings in the Executive Summary of a grant proposal?

30. What is the purpose of including resumes in the appendices of a grant proposal?

31. Figures and statistics should be provided in a grant proposal.

32. Which of the following statements regarding emergency funds is NOT true?

33. Select the option(s) that best complete the following sentence.A _________ is an individual or organization that awards a grant.

34. How many specific aims can be included in a grant application?

35. The term "capital funding" refers to _____________ .

36. The __________should not be stated in the Executive Summary of a grant proposal.

37. Individuals cannot receive grants; only organizations can receive grants.

38. The summary or abstract of a grant proposal should be written ___________.

39. Which of the following statements about concept papers is NOT true?

40. Which of the following is the most appropriate font for printing a grant proposal?

41. An applicant should not use ____________ in a grant proposal.

42. The geographical region of the organization seeking a grant should be included in the grant proposal.

43. Which of the following would mar the quality of a good grant proposal?

44. Which of the following should be used in a grant proposal?

45. Which of the following should not be included in the Summary of a grant proposal?

46. Complete the following statement by selecting the correct sequence of words.The Executive Summary of a grant proposal should mention _________, _________ , __________ and _________.

47. Grant proposals follow which of the following themes?

48. Which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

49. Out of Renovation Fund, Building Fund, and General Funds, which come under the same category?

50. An applicant can make use of appendices to present any data that has not been included in the body of the grant application.

51. Which of the following statements is NOT true?

52. Rate the following elements of a grant proposal in ascending order of importance.1.Business proposal2.Public purpose3.Requirement of funds4.Bold and innovative plan

53. Which of the following points should be kept in mind when drafting a grant proposal?

54. Building and renovation funds cannot be used for which of the following?

55. Which of the following represents the best way of spending a grant?

56. Which of the following expressions might indicate that the grant seeker does not have conviction about the project?

57. In terms of writing style, a grant proposal most closely resembles which of these?

58. Which of these strategies would NOT be considered an active dissemination strategy for a university grant?

59. True or False? All projects should have both formative and summative evaluations.

60. Which of the following would NOT qualify as an in-kind contribution in a grant proposal budget?

61. True or False? Several Principal Investigators can share responsibility for implementation of a grant.

62. Where can the full text for Requests for Proposals issued by federal agencies always be found?

63. What is the primary purpose of dissemination?

64. How many grant funding programs does the federal government offer?

65. Which of the following statements concerning indirect rates is NOT true?

66. What is the major reason foundation propoals are rejected?

67. What is the policy for multiple submissions of grant proposals?

68. How long is the typical review period for a federal grant proposal?

69. Which of these is an example of a well-written goal?

70. Which of these is NOT true about a formative evaluation?

71. Which of the following is an example of a well written goal?

72. Which of these would NOT be included in a proposal timeline?

73. Which of these factors should first be considered when searching for potential foundation funding?

74. Which information is NOT usually found in an agency's Request for Proposals?

75. If a Request for Proposals requires a preliminary and final proposal, what is the main purpose of the preliminary proposal?

76. Which of these statements is NOT true about budgets?

77. Which of the following items is generally NOT an allowable expense for federal grants?

78. When should an external evaluator be brought into the grant writing process?

79. Which of these is the LEAST likely outcome for a federal grant proposal?

33.
Select the option(s) that best complete the following sentence.
A _________ is an individual or organization that awards a grant.

46.
Complete the following statement by selecting the correct sequence of words.
The Executive Summary of a grant proposal should mention _____, _ , and ___.

52.
Rate the following elements of a grant proposal in ascending order of importance.
1.Business proposal
2.Public purpose
3.Requirement of funds
4.Bold and innovative plan