Phrase Basic Types of Questions Effectively

$3.$ Recognizing Types of Questions. Identify the following questions according to type: open, closed, or hypothetical.

a$)$ How must we improve our product so that it meets CSA specifications?

b$)$ If we were to improve our product, what modifications would you suggest?

c$)$ Will CSA approve our newest model before production is scheduled to begin?

d$)$ In what way is our competitor's product better than our own?

e$)$ How many similar products has CSA approved in the past five years?

f$)$ Have you considered seeking approval from Underwriters Laboratories in the United States?

$4.$ Asking Questions. Imagine that you must do research for an upcoming report. With your research task $80$ per cent complete, you must make an unscheduled out$-$of$-$town business trip related to another high priority project, leaving you no time to complete the remaining research you promised your team. Draft several questions$-$closed, open, and hypothetical$-$to determine how to best ask your team members to help you complete your research.