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madam-professor

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When conveying bad news,
 
  (a) place an apology at the very end of the letter. (b) use phrasing such as I regret or Were sorry. (c) use you to place responsibility on the reader.
  (d) never use passive voice.
  (e) a and d.

Question 2

To write an effective sales letter,
 
  (a) begin with a long and detailed introduction.
  (b) exaggerate claims.
  (c) clearly state any benefits for the reader.
  (d) avoid asking the reader to take action.
  (e) All of these answers are correct.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c



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