Allison Must Write to a Charitable Organization to Say That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Allison must write to a charitable organization to say that BMI Industries cannot make a monetary contribution this year. Which of the following most effectively implies the refusal?

• A) BMI Industries regrets that it cannot contribute this year, but the company hopes to be able to next year.
• B) Although our profits are being reinvested in BMI Industries this year, we hope to be able to contribute next year.
• C) Although we cannot contribute this year, we may be able to next year.
• D) Unfortunately, we are prevented from contributing this year, but we may be able to in the future.

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