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CharlieWard

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Opening statements should be what?
 
  A) Detailed
  B) Brief and to the point
  C) Neutral
  D) Hedge sentences
  E) Apologetic

Question 2

Routine, positive messages include what type of information in the opening paragraph?
 
  A) Reason for writing
  B) How the audience will benefit from complying to the request
  C) All relevant details
  D) A neutral buffer
  E) An introduction to the writer



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Jmfn03

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) By opening with the main idea or good news, you prepare your audience for the details that follow. Make your opening clear and concise.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Place your main idea (the positive reply or the good news) in the opening. Use the body to explain all the relevant details, and close cordially, perhaps highlighting a benefit to your reader.




CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


mcarey591

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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