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renzo156

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The best salutation for an application letter is
 
  A) Dear Hiring Manager.
  B) To Whom It May Concern.
  C) one that addresses a specific individual by name.
  D) Dear Sir or Madam.
  E) one that is very informal, such as, Hi.

Question 2

When it comes to length, an application letter should
 
  A) be at least two pages long, since it shows the prospective employer that you write well and are serious.
  B) be no more than a single paragraph.
  C) contain one paragraph for every 5 years of full-time employment.
  D) be shortno more than three paragraphs.
  E) be long enough to cover everything that appears on your rsum.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) If the name of an individual manager is available, address your letter to that person, rather than something generic or informal. Search online and ask people who may know to find the right name. If another applicant finds a name and you don't, you're at a disadvantage.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Because the purpose of an application letter is simply to move the conversation forward, toward an interview, keep it short and direct. It is an expansion of your rsum, not a complete replica of it. Three paragraphs is a good length to aim for.



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