Author Question: Even simple requests should contain extensive reasons and justifications for the request. ... (Read 164 times)

waynest · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

Even simple requests should contain extensive reasons and justifications for the request.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Routine requests should always indicate why it is in the reader's best interest to comply with the request.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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

Answer to Question 1

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: For simple requests, using the direct approach gets the job done with a minimum of fuss. In more complex situations, you may need to provide more extensive reasons and justification for your request.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: Routine requests can have up to three basic elements: What you want to know or what you want your readers to do, why you're making the request (not required in all cases), and why it may be in your readers' interest to help you (not applicable in all cases).