Business Letters Punctuations and Styles (2)

Question 1

“Letter writing is the only device for combining solitude with good company.”

Answer 1

Lord Byron

Question 2

There are different types of business letters that are commonly used in the corporate world. They differ in purpose, style, and nature. Some business letters transmit good news while some transmit bad news. Moreover, some letters of interest to the reader which do not affect the emotion and feeling of the reader are called

Answer 2

Routine letters.

Question 3

Types of business letter

Answer 3

Application Letter, Letter of Inquiry, Letter of Reply or Response
, Letter of Request, Letter of Order

Question 4

This is sometimes called cover letter, and is composed persuasively whenever you are applying for your target job. This letter is usually accompanied by your resume for additional information of your experiences and skills.

Answer 4

Application Letter

Question 5

This is a letter that asks for a particular information or assistance. This type of business letter is direct and the questions are constructed to get the information straightforwardly.

Answer 5

Letter of Inquiry

Question 6

This is written in response to a letter of inquiry which directly answers all the inquiries regarding the company’s products or services. As part of business as usual, most companies promptly reply to all the inquiries addressed to them.

Answer 6

Letter of Reply or Response

Question 7

This is commonly used everywhere. We use it daily in academe, in industry, even in corporate world. The main purpose of this letter is to request for something you need.

Answer 7

Letter of Request

Question 8

This is one type of business letter which is written for the purpose of purchasing items that are for sale.

Answer 8

Letter of Order