How Should the Salutation of Your Cover Letter Read When

question 18

Multiple Choice

How should the salutation of your cover letter read when you can't find out the name of the person doing the hiring?

• A) To Whom It May Concern
• B) Dear Sir or Madam
• C) Dear HR Manager
• D) You should leave the salutation blank.

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Definitions:

Hovland's Approach

A communication theory focusing on persuasion, suggesting that attitude change is mediated by processes of attention, comprehension, learning, and acceptance.

Use of Fear

Employing fear as a motivational tool or in persuasion, often to prompt action or change in behavior.

Cognitive-behavioral Theory

A psychological approach emphasizing the role of thought processes in shaping behavior and emotions, often used in therapy to address dysfunctional attitudes and behaviors.

Psychodynamic

A psychological perspective that emphasizes unconscious processes and the influence of early childhood experiences on later behavior and personality development.