When You Write an Accurate Letter of Recommendation for a Friend

question 41

Multiple Choice

When you write an accurate letter of recommendation for a friend, which of the following would be most helpful?

• A) Begin and end the letter with negative aspects and positives the middle.
• B) List the most positive aspects first and place any negatives farther down the letter
• C) List any negatives first and then end with the most positive strengths.
• D) The order which positive and negative aspects are mentioned is not important.

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Definitions:

Experiencing Anxiety

The feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Incongruence

A psychological state characterized by a discrepancy between an individual's self-perception and their actual experience, leading to discomfort and anxiety.

Self-Concept

An individual’s understanding and evaluation of their own behaviors, attributes, and attitudes, which forms a coherent picture of who they are.

Actual Experience

The direct and personal involvement or participation in events or activities.