Which of These Sentences Best Meets the Requirements of Good

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of these sentences best meets the requirements of good business writing?

• A) Lee's payment in January was in the amount of $300.
• B) Lee paid $300 in January.
• C) Lee's January payment was for $300.
• D) Three hundred dollars was paid by Lee in January.
• E) The $300 January payment was made by Lee.

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