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Obscure word or phrases that are meant to impress others are generally considered what?
 
  A) Text language
  B) Passive language
  C) Humorous language
  D) Obsolete or pompous language
  E) Insincere language

Question 2

Which of the following is most likely to create a conversational tone in a business message?
 
  A) Text words
  B) Pompous language
  C) Plain language
  D) Intimacy
  E) Humor



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Most companies now shy away from such dated phrases as attached please find and please be advised that. Similarly, avoid using obscure words, stale or clichd expressions, and complicated sentences whose only intent is to impress others.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C
Explanation: C) An important aspect of creating a conversational tone is using plain language (or plain English specifically when English is involved). Plain language presents information in a simple, unadorned style that allows your audience to easily grasp your meaninglanguage that recipients can read, understand and act upon the first time they read it. In addition, plain language can make companies more productive and more profitable because people spend less time trying to figure out messages that are confusing or aren't written to meet their needs.



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