Which of the Following Is a Guideline for Making a Clear

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a guideline for making a clear statement of the bad news when organizing a negative message using the indirect method?

• A) Put the bad news in the main clause of a compound or complex sentence.
• B) Avoid putting the bad news in parenthetical expressions.
• C) Minimize the space or time devoted to the bad news.
• D) Put the bad news in the beginning or end of a paragraph.

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Definitions:

Reaction

An interaction where elements combine, resulting in new compounds with distinct qualities.

Thionyl Chloride

A reactive chemical compound with the formula SOCl2, widely used in organic synthesis for the conversion of carboxylic acids into acid chlorides.

Benzoic Acid

An aromatic carboxylic acid with the formula C6H5COOH, used in the manufacture of various esters and as a food preservative.

Methyl Acetate

A volatile, flammable liquid ester of acetic acid and methanol, used as a solvent in coatings, paints, and adhesives.