CSEET · Business Communication · Business Correspondence
Which of the following is the main distinguishing feature of the semi-block style of letter layout compared with the full block style?
The semi-block style indents the first line of each paragraph, whereas the full block style keeps everything at the left margin. Other elements such as date, inside address and subject line are placed in their usual positions in both styles.
- AThe first line of each paragraph is indentedCorrect
- BThe date is omitted from the letterhead
- CThe inside address is placed after the signature
- DThe subject line is written in the closing section
Explanation
Semi-block style keeps most parts at the left margin but indents the first line of each body paragraph, usually by five spaces. Full block has no indentation at all. The date, inside address and subject line keep their usual positions in both styles, so the other options describe no real difference.
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