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RYAN BANYAN · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

If you have to decline an offer of employment, what can you do to leave the door open for future opportunity?

A) Call and explain why you are not taking the job
B) Call the company and explain why you don't want to work for them
C) Write a sincere, tactful letter declining the job
D) Write a sincere letter stating what would have made the offer more appealing
E) Call and explain why the other company is a better company

Question 2

Which of the following is generally not included in a letter of acceptance?

A) An acceptance of the position
B) A reminder of why other firms were interested in you
C) An expression of thanks
D) An identification of the job being accepted
E) Necessary details such as start date and salary

TheDev123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) After all your interviews, you may find that you need to write a letter declining a job offer. Use the techniques for negative messages. Open warmly, state the reasons for refusing the offer, decline the offer explicitly, and close on a pleasant note that expresses gratitude. By taking the time to write a sincere, tactful letter, you leave the door open for future contact.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) When you receive a job offer you want to accept, reply within five days. Begin by accepting the position and expressing thanks. Identify the job you're accepting. In the next paragraph, cover any necessary details. Conclude by saying that you look forward to reporting for work. As always, a positive letter should convey your enthusiasm and eagerness to cooperate.