Writing "Thank You in Advance" at the Close of a Routine

question 69

Multiple Choice

Writing "thank you in advance" at the close of a routine request

• A)is courteous and effective.
• B)will guarantee a positive response.
• C)is best to avoid,since many people find it presumptuous.
• D)is most effective when you end the statement with an exclamation point.
• E)is expected when your audience is unfamiliar.

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Definitions:

Preferred Stock

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The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after deducting its liabilities; represents the ownership interest of the shareholders.

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