When You Need to Give the Reader Unwelcome News, It

question 14

Short Answer

When you need to give the reader unwelcome news, it is usually best to use the ___________ pattern for your message.

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Definitions:

Abyssal Plain

A large, flat, almost level area of the deep-ocean floor, usually found at depths between 3,000 meters and 6,000 meters.

Linear Chain

A straight or nearly straight line of objects connected in series.

Executives

Senior level managers responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing a company's operations and strategic direction.

Yardsticks

Measures or standards used for comparison.