Which practice most improves the clarity of a memo requesting approval?
Correct answer: A. State the request early and support it with concise reasons
- A. State the request early and support it with concise reasons
- B. Delay the request until after several unrelated examples
- C. Use technical abbreviations without explaining their meaning
- D. Present several unrelated requests under one subject line
Explanation
A direct memo identifies its purpose early and gives the reader enough relevant support to make a decision. Delayed requests, unexplained abbreviations, and mixed subjects make internal communication harder to follow.
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