Business Letters Format
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What is the primary purpose of a follow-up letter?

  • To review the outcome of a meeting
  • To thank a customer for an order
  • To persuade the reader to take a specific action (correct)
  • To inquire about the status of a job application
  • What type of letter is often requested by prospective employers from job applicants?

  • Letter of Recommendation (correct)
  • Cover Letter
  • Follow-Up Letter
  • Acknowledgment Letter
  • What is the main purpose of an acknowledgment letter?

  • To persuade the reader to take action
  • To review the outcome of a meeting
  • To provide a simple receipt (correct)
  • To thank a customer for an order
  • What type of letter typically accompanies a package, report, or other merchandise?

    <p>Cover Letter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of letters that aim to persuade the reader to take a specific action?

    <p>A clear call to action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information is often included in a letter to help the reader take action?

    <p>A telephone number or website link</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a common business letter format?

    <p>Resignation Style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical font used in business letters?

    <p>Times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the letterhead?

    <p>A logo as well as the name, location, and other important information about the company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended formatting for the date in a business letter?

    <p>Month, Day, Year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the inside address?

    <p>To include the receiver's address</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should margins be formatted in a business letter?

    <p>1-1.5 inches on all sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an order letter?

    <p>To order goods or services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tone should be used in a complaint letter?

    <p>Direct and tactful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical structure of a sales letter?

    <p>Starting with a strong statement to capture the reader's interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an adjustment letter?

    <p>To respond to a customer's claim or complaint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in an inquiry letter?

    <p>Exactly what information is needed and contact information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a business letter?

    <p>To provide information or answer a question</p> Signup and view all the answers

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