Business Writing Flashcards
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Which greeting is most appropriate for an email to an unknown department contact?
Answer: Dear Hiring Team,
A respectful, specific greeting maintains a professional tone when the name is unknown.
What does a clear call to action in a business message do?
Answer: Tells the reader exactly what to do next
A call to action specifies the desired next step so the reader can respond.
Which sentence corrects the misspelling?
Answer: We will accommodate your request.
"Accommodate" is spelled with two c's and two m's.
When responding to a group email, when should you use 'Reply All'?
Answer: Only when everyone on the thread needs your reply
Reply All is appropriate only when the whole group needs the information.
Which sentence keeps a parallel structure?
Answer: The job requires writing reports, answering calls, and filing documents.
Parallel structure uses the same grammatical form for items in a list.
What is the best length for a typical business email?
Answer: As short as possible while including all needed information
Effective business emails are concise yet complete.
Which phrase is most appropriate for requesting information politely?
Answer: Could you please send me the figures by Thursday?
A polite request with a deadline is professional and effective.